Range preview: Lidl Hortus gin festival summer 2021

Hortus Old Tom Gin

£15.99

This take on the classic Old Tom, popularised in the 18th century, features botanicals including angelica, coriander, juniper, lemon and orange. Coming in at 40% abv, the flavour profile of the Old Tom is slightly sweeter than a London dry, but drier than varieties found in the Netherlands.

Perfect serve: Premium tonic, orange twist, cinnamon stick.

Hortus Premium Pink Gin & Tonic

£9.99 (10x 250ml)

For the first time, Lidl is introducing gin-tin multipacks, ideal for groups on the go or to keep stocked in the fridge. The first of the three is a 6.5% abv pink gun flavoured with raspberry and blackberry.

Perfect serve: Tonic/soda, grapefruit wedge or add a drop to prosecco.

Hortus World Botanicals – American Orange Gin

£17.99

Lidl is kicking off its Hortus World Botanicals lineup with this 40.7% abv American-inspired gin. Its flavour profile is led by juniper with zesty notes and a mildly spicy, floral finish, combining notes of coriander, angelica, lemon, and fresh grapefruit, says the retailer. And, of course, the flavourings are topped off with Florida orange botanicals. 

Perfect serve: Mediterranean tonic, grapefruit wheel.

Hortus Rhubarb & Ginger Gin

£14.99

Lidl’s take on a flavour popularised by Whitley Neill’s Rhubard & Ginger SKU, said to be inspired by an English garden. This version comes in at 37.5% abv.

Perfect serve: Tonic and lime or ginger ale.

Hortus World Botanicals  – Japanese Cherry Blossom Gin

£17.99

This 40.3% abv gin features delicate hints of sancho peppers and cherry blossom, which are sourced in Japan, says Lidl. It makes for a bright, citrus-led gin with a rich, floral character.

Perfect serve: Classic tonic, yuzu slice, lemon or lime wedge, ginger slice.

Hortus Premium Orange & Gin & Diet Lemonade

£9.99 (10x 250ml)

The second of the tinned multipacks is a light and summery orange variant. The 5% abv drinks come pre-mixed with diet lemonade.  

Perfect serve: Ready to drink or serve chilled over ice.

Hortus Scottish Raspberry Gin Liqueur

£8.99

One of two liqueurs in the festival range, the 20% abv raspberry variant takes the libationary tour north to Scotland.

Perfect serve: Tonic, lime wedge or add a drop to prosecco.

Hortus World Botanicals –  Mediterranean Citrus Gin

£17.99

Though many will choose not to travel this summer, they might indulge in an imaginary trip to the Mediterranean via Hortus World Botanicals’ third and final SKU. Lidl describes the 40.2% abv gin as “punchy” with a citrus kick and herbal finish, accompanied by lemon and grapefruit botanicals directly from the Mediterranean.

Perfect serve: Mediterranean tonic, blood orange slice, rosemary sprig, grapefruit peel.

Hortus Pink Grapefruit & Elderflower Gin Liqueur

£8.99

A light and elegant pink grapefruit and elderflower gin cocktail could add a touch of class to any night. This 20% abv liqueur is distilled in traditional copper stills and bottled in packaging featuring a similarly traditional design.

Perfect serve: Tonic/soda, grapefruit wedge or add a drop to prosecco.

Hortus Rhubarb & Ginger Gin & Tonic

£9.99 (10x 250ml)

The “aromatic” and “well-balanced” Hortus Rhubarb & Ginger Gin & Tonic completes the picnic-friendly tins lineup. The 5% abv cans bring the popular flavour profile to on-the-go consumers in an RTD format.

Perfect serve: Ready to drink or serve chilled over ice.

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