Calwise Big Sur New Western Gin 750ml

Calwise Big Sur Gin captures the rugged beauty of California's most dramatic coastline in liquid form, using locally foraged botanicals to create a gin that tastes like the meeting point of mountain and sea. This artisanal spirit from Paso Robles embodies the New Western gin movement's emphasis on regional character and sustainable practices.

The botanical selection reads like a naturalist's guide to Big Sur. Alongside traditional juniper, Calwise incorporates sage from coastal bluffs, bay laurel from canyon forests, and yerba santa from mountain slopes. Each botanical is either cultivated on-site or sustainably wild-harvested from specific locations along the Big Sur coast. The proximity to the ocean influences even the botanicals grown inland, adding a subtle maritime character that defines this gin.

The sensory experience transports you directly to Big Sur's dramatic landscape. The nose presents juniper mingled with aromatic sage and the camphor-like quality of California bay laurel. On the palate, the gin reveals layers of complexity - coastal sage provides earthy, almost savory notes, while yerba santa adds a unique herbal sweetness. Traditional botanicals ground these local flavors, creating a gin that's both distinctive and recognizable. The finish is long and warming, with lingering herbs and a subtle salinity.

Calwise Big Sur has become a favorite among those seeking authentic California craft spirits. In a martini, it creates a drink that tastes of place - sophisticated yet wild. With tonic, the local botanicals shine while maintaining gin's refreshing character. For those who appreciate terroir in spirits and support sustainable production, Calwise offers more than just gin - it's a taste of one of America's most beautiful landscapes, carefully distilled and bottled with respect for both tradition and environment.