Luxebook June 2022

Most expensive gins Contrary to whiskey, gin isn’t a spirit one spends a lot of money on. But the experience of sipping on a bottle of gin with a hefty price tag is a smooth ride for your palate. But what really is the criteria for good gin? The hallmark of expensive gin lies in the use of good quality, production, and the clarity of the botanicals that shine through in the spirit. An indulgent experience awaits you as you set your gaze on the most exquisite (and expensive) gins in the world. Morus LXIV Price: US$ 4,949 Some people enjoy a drink while others savour it. If you find yourself in the latter half, this gin’s the perfect choice for you. Morus LXIV is currently the most expensive gin in the world. With a whopping price tag of US$ 4,949, it was created by London-based distillery Jam Jar Gin. Produced in limited quantities, the brand exclusively retails at Harvey Nichols. What makes this gin truly special is the process to create a beautifully balanced and complex flavour profile. The gin is made with an ancient mulberry tree that lends to its unique flavour profile. Each leaf is hand- harvested and individually dried before distillation, then mixed with other botanicals. Finally, the gin is rested and aged in wooden casks. The entire process takes two years to complete. Singing with sweet and savoury notes, the flavour is citrusy, and the leaf adds a woody sweetness to the spirit. As you keep sipping a more intense juniper flavour unveils with a hint of background spice. The flavour reflects the landscape from which the flavours and ingredients come. The unconventional packaging in the form of a jar will leave you captivated at first sight. Watenshi Gin Price: US$ 2,912 When it comes to design and flavour, Watenshi Gin tops the chart. This is the gin of all gins, also known as the Japanese Angel Gin. Crystal clear in appearance, from the Cambridge Distillery, Watenshi captures that which usually does not exist. It is made using the angel’s share – a tiny fraction of the spirit that otherwise escapes during distillation. Hence it gets its name Watenshi, which means Japanese angel. But what makes it so Plymouth gin Plymouth gin is both a type and a brand of gin that can only be produced in the town of Plymouth and has an earthy feel with a smoother hit. Contemporary gin Much like the contemporary resurgence of gin, this one has flavours of anything but juniper. With a focus on the botanical profile, these can be fruity, floral, herbal and spicy. Some well-known ones are Empress 1908, and Hendrick’s Summer. We would recommend using these behind the bar for cocktails. 8| L U X E B O O K | J U N E 2 0 2 2 J U N E 2 0 2 2 | L U X E B O O K | 9