Six Ravens Gin

Using the London Dry Gin tradition, Six Ravens Gin is obtained exclusively from the distillation of selected botanicals. Neither sugar nor other flavors are subsequently added to the distillate. The recipe of Six Ravens London Dry Gin is designed for individuality and taste. In addition to classic botanicals such as coriander seeds, angelica and lemon peel, Six Ravens gets its unique character from the distillation of fresh ginger roots.

The fruity yet tart note of ginger not only harmonizes perfectly with the typical spicy note of juniper, but also combines particularly well with the slightly bitter aromas of tonic water. This qualifies Six Ravens London Dry Gin as the perfect gin for a tasty gin & tonic. The alcohol content also supports the enjoyment of Six Ravens with tonic. At 46%, this turns out to be slightly higher in order to maintain the specific flavor profile of the gin in the long drink. We recommend preparing it with a lemon zest.

The Six Ravens legend:

"Sire, if the Tower of London ravens are lost, the Crown will fall and Britain with it!"

On June 22, 1675, King Charles II opened the Royal Observatory at the Tower of London. However, a short time later, a complaint reached the king: The astronomer of the court, John Flamsteed, saw himself hindered in his work by the wild ravens living at the Tower and demanded - completely in the service of science - their immediate expulsion. At first, King Charles was not averse to the demand, but his advisor strongly advised him against it.

The ravens belong to the Tower like the crown to England. An expulsion of the ravens would also mean the downfall of the kingdom! Quite horrified by this warning, Charles II changed his mind. He decreed that from now on it must always be ensured that at least six ravens are present at the Tower of London. This had to be guaranteed by the "Raven Master".

The observatory itself was moved to Greenwich outside the gates of London. From that day on, the ravens of the Tower were treated like kings: Looked after by servants, financed by public money, and honored in great splendor - driven by hope that the prophecy will never come true...