Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin with Sardinian Citrus 70 cl is a fresh Mediterranean expression of the iconic Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin, created at The Shed Distillery in Ireland. It keeps the brand’s signature combination of oriental botanicals and gunpowder tea, enhanced by rare Sardinian Citrus monstruosa — known for its bright, exotic and gently bittersweet citrus character. The result is an elegant, citrus-led and layered gin, with tea-like dryness, fresh juniper, Mediterranean citrus energy and a refined spiced finish. This expression is also internationally awarded, with Gold at the San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge 2023, Silver Medals from the New York World Spirits Competition 2024, San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2025 and San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge 2025, as well as 92 points from the Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2022.
Aroma: fresh and citrus-forward, with notes of Sardinian citrus, orange peel, grapefruit, gunpowder tea, juniper and delicate oriental botanicals.
Taste: lively, dry and balanced, with bright citrus freshness, a gently bittersweet character, classic juniper backbone, tea-like depth and refined spice.
Finish: long, clean and refreshing, with lingering citrus peel, green tea, juniper and soft spicy dryness.
Serving suggestion:
Perfect in a premium Gin & Tonic with a neutral or Mediterranean tonic, garnished with ruby red grapefruit, orange peel or lemon. It also works beautifully in fresh citrus-led cocktails, Sardinian Lemonade, Collins variations or a lighter Negroni twist, where its citrus profile and tea-like dryness can stand out.
Why choose Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin with Sardinian Citrus?
Because this is Drumshanbo with an even brighter Mediterranean character — keeping the recognisable combination of gunpowder tea, oriental botanicals and juniper, while adding rare Sardinian citrus with vivid freshness and elegant bitterness. Its international awards add further quality appeal, making it ideal for anyone looking for a fresher, more citrus-led and memorable gin serve.
