We’ve all got a little lazy lately, we’re spending more time at home and online shopping has become second nature, but there are more reasons why buying top shelf booze online makes sense in Indonesia. Especially for your gin and tonic.
Spice Island Distillery has now made East Indies Archipelago Gin more accessible to gin lovers island-wide. Now you can avoid the hassle of going out to savour this home bar staple by purchasing directly from Spice Island Distillery online.
Spice Island Distillery has created a world-class dry gin with a special Indonesian twist
Like the best gins, East Indies Archipelago Dry Gin is predominantly flavoured with juniper berries from Macedonia, with notes of elderflower and blackcurrant. Spice Distilling Company, Bali’s first craft distiller, has used local flavours to create their aromatic and delicious gin, including torch ginger flower and batak pepper, adding a uniquely Indonesian flavour to this highly rated gin.
Bali's First Boutique Distillery
Spice Island Distillery, is producing a world class gin with a unique flavour profile that gin lovers are raving about.
Their new website allows shoppers to buy direct and save on the delicious East indies Archipelago Gin. While you’re there you will want to check out their other top selling varieties; Nusantara Cold Brew coffee liqueur; and the latest in the range, Maluku Rums, a smooth dark rum redolent of Indonesia’s spice trade.
All the best reasons to buy direct
- Convenience – These small batch productions can be hard to find on the shelves of bottle shops as many of Bali’s finest bars and restaurants have pre-ordered these top shelf varieties. In order to ensure you get your order, with no hassle ( and without even getting dressed), order direct and have it delivered to your door.
- Save money – Buying direct means you save money and support the local economy. Setting up your own bar at home means you aren’t paying inflated prices when you go out. Start the party and invite your friends over and introduce them to something that is superbly local.
- Buy Local – Supporting a local business that is producing a product of this quality definitely requires us all to put our Rupiah where it makes a real difference. Spice Islands Distillery Company plans to launch their products worldwide, so you can say you were there at the start!
- Learn more about what you’re buying – The boutique distillery located in Keramas has invested in some of the world’s best technology and machinery to create these smooth and delicious blends that are uniquely Indonesian. Their story, inspiration and ingenuity are as impressive as they are interesting. Your knowledge of what goes into setting up a world class distillery will definitely be improved once you’ve read more.
- Raise your spirits – So maybe we’ve all been leaning on our alcohol a little too much lately but that is never a reason to compromise. The entire range produced by Spice Island Distillery Co. raises the bar on local alcohol, your gin and tonic will bubble with new energy and beautiful local botanicals, your espresso martini will be the talk of the night and the spiced rum will inspire the pirate in you.
Spice Islands Distilling Co. is one of Indonesia’s first true craft distilleries. It differentiates itself from other Indonesian manufacturers of spirits by the authentic way it makes its products.
Facts about East Indies Archipelago Dry Gin
1. They use signature Indonesian botanicals such as Kecombrang (Torch Ginger Flower) and Andaliman (Batak Pepper) to give the gin a unique Indonesian flavour
2. The gin is ideal for making the classic Gin & Tonic and adding a unique flavour profile to gin-based cocktails such as Negronis or Martinis
3. Their master distiller carefully balances the myriad flavours of Indonesia’s botanicals and the highest quality Macedonian Juniper to make the smoothest gin possible.
4. The gin is crafted in small batches using a handmade 550L Copper still named Gede (The name that high-caste Balinese give to their firstborn child), manufactured by German company CARL, known for its artisanal distillers.
5. East Indies Archipelago Dry Gin is now widely available to purchase in Indonesia, and we advise getting it fast since the small-batch production and high demand means there is sometimes a wait.
What we think about it
East Indies Archipelago Dry Gin is not simply honouring the techniques of the finest gins in the world, it also brings Indonesia’s cultural values to the table. It is a graceful balance of Indonesia’s unique botanicals. With elegant packaging, this gin is a beautiful addition to the gin shelf.
Be in a Gin-Gin Situation with East Indies Archipelago Dry Gin
From a classic G&T to fancy cocktail recipes to create at home, this gin raises the bar for any gin-gin situation. Below are some expert tips to make the best-tasting gin cocktails by yourself:
Make sure to balance the sweet and sour/bitter, don’t overpower one element with another
Taste it before you serve it
If you serve over ice, fill your glass to the top
Garnish should be fresh and stacked close to the straw (Optional)
Drink in three steps: use your eyes first, then nose, and finally the mouth
