A ritual, not a novelty

The result? A gin that tastes like nostalgia: summer fruit, whipped cream and family tradition (minus the awkward small talk and Uncle Garry's snoring). This isn't a novelty release. It's a Granddad Jack's ritual, eight years running, made properly, poured proudly, and gone faster than the last slice of dessert.

Because at our place, we don't do festive half-assery. We bottle the full-ass experience.

What it tastes like

Nose

Strawberry, vanilla and toasted meringue.

Palate

Summer fruit and cream, with passionfruit and kiwi keeping it bright.

Finish

Soft vanilla, a little liquorice, juniper underneath.

Three ways to drink it

The Short: 30 to 45ml over ice with tonic, fresh strawberries and a slice of kiwi.

The Pav Sour: 60ml Pavlova Gin, 25ml lemon, 20ml passionfruit, 15ml vanilla syrup and 20ml aquafaba. Dry shake, shake, double strain.

The Espresso Pavtini: 45ml Pavlova Gin, 30ml coffee liqueur, 30ml espresso and 15ml vanilla syrup, shaken hard.

All recipes can be found here: Pavlova Gin Cocktails: the Pav Sour, Pav Slushie and Espresso Pavtini

Download the recipe card: Download here

Where to find it

Online here, at the Distillery Door (45 Lemana Lane, Miami, Gold Coast), and at Granddad Jack's Bar Experience in Newcastle from Monday 16 November.

Dessert is served. In a glass.