Rosé, forever in vogue, transcends the boundaries of seasonality—its delicate blush and effortless elegance making it a staple of refined entertaining all year round. For those seeking to elevate this timeless indulgence, Glendalough Rose Gin offers a beautifully nuanced interpretation, infused with the essence of wild, romantic roses.
Crafted with both artistry and sentiment, distiller Ciarán Rooney—affectionately known as Rowdy—incorporates handpicked roses from his mother’s garden into every batch, honoring a deeply personal bond. This poetic spirit is further enriched by botanicals sourced from the Wicklow Mountains, where wild roses and native herbs are delicately vapor-distilled, then layered with additional rose infusions to achieve its signature hue and complexity.
The result is an exquisitely balanced gin:
- Nose: Soft juniper intertwined with fresh, perfumed rose
- Palate: Gentle sweet spice, unfolding into rose petal, bright berries, and citrus
- Finish: Lingering, floral, and gracefully romantic
Equally suited to a classic serve or more imaginative expressions, this spirit lends itself beautifully to elevated seasonal cocktails.
Rose Frosé
1 oz Glendalough Rose Gin
1 oz Strawberry Purée
1 oz Aperol
4 oz Rosé Wine
1 oz Sugar Syrup
Blend all ingredients with ice for approximately 30 seconds (until the ice is broken down into the liquid). Pour into a tall glass, then garnish with a freshly torn and slapped sprig of mint.
Rose Spritz
2 ounces Glendalough Rose Gin
1 ounce fresh lime juice
Grapefruit soda (enough to top)
Grapefruit slice, for garnish
Fresh sprig of mint, for garnish
Pour Glendalough Rose Gin into an ice-filled glass. Add fresh lime juice. Top with grapefruit soda. Garnish with grapefruit slice and a freshly torn and slapped sprig of mint.