Drumshanbo Gunpowder Gin Dragon Ceramic Edition

Drumshanbo Gunpowder Gin Dragon Ceramic Edition is a strikingly limited release that pairs the award-winning Irish gin with an extraordinary bottle design. Presented in a handcrafted blue ceramic vessel, finished with intricate gold detailing to honour the auspicious Chinese Dragon, it captures both artistry and flavour in one unforgettable package. Within lies the same celebrated spirit from The Shed Distillery in County Leitrim — distilled with 12 botanicals including rare Chinese gunpowder tea, oriental citrus, exotic spices, and Irish meadowsweet. Elegant and intriguing, this collector’s edition is made to be displayed, gifted, and savoured in equal measure.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Fresh bursts of grapefruit and lime lead on the nose, followed by delicate florals and green tea. The palate reveals bright juniper, layered citrus and warming spice, with a clean herbal lift. A gently spiced, tea-toned finish lingers with refreshing persistence.

Key Details

• Producer: The Shed Distillery (PJ Rigney)
• Type: Contemporary Irish Gin – Limited Ceramic Edition
• Region: County Leitrim, Ireland
• ABV: 43%
• Volume: 700ml
• Botanicals: Juniper, angelica, orris, caraway, coriander, cardamom, star anise, meadowsweet; vapour-infused gunpowder tea, Chinese lemon, oriental grapefruit, kaffir lime
• Signature Serve: Premium tonic with a wedge of red grapefruit

Cocktail Pairings

This Dragon Ceramic Edition brings style to every serve. A Gin & Tonic with fresh grapefruit highlights its citrus energy, while a Smoked Negroni amplifies its depth. In a Martini it feels precise and elegant, while a Bee’s Knees adds honeyed warmth. For something playful, the Exotic Fizz showcases its bright citrus and herbal intrigue.

Craftsmanship & Story

Inspired by PJ Rigney’s restless curiosity, this gin unites Irish authenticity with oriental influence. Distilled in copper pot stills at The Shed Distillery, eight botanicals are macerated while four — including gunpowder tea and citrus — are vapour-infused to preserve their lively character. The result is a crisp, layered gin, here presented in a vessel worthy of its reputation.

Special Features

Released to celebrate the Chinese Dragon, this handmade ceramic edition is a statement piece as well as a superb spirit. Its vivid blue glaze and gold foiling make it highly collectible, while the gin within retains its distinctive balance of citrus, spice and tea. A rare bottle designed to impress connoisseurs and collectors alike.

Recognition & Accolades

As with the original release, this gin has been widely acclaimed across the world:

• International Spirit Brand of the Year – Wine Enthusiast Wine Star Awards (2022)
• International Distillery of the Year – Wine Enthusiast Wine Star Awards (2022)
• Gold – NZ Spirits Awards (2022)
• Best Gin – Flaviar Spirit Awards, New York (2019)
• 94/100 & “Excellent” – Ultimate Spirits Challenge (2019)
• Gold – “The Gin Is Sin” Awards (2019)

These accolades affirm its reputation as one of the most distinctive and celebrated Irish gins of the modern era.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

More than a gin, this limited ceramic edition is a work of art — perfect as a luxury gift, a centrepiece for celebrations, or a prized addition to any collection. Elegant in the glass and unforgettable on the shelf, it is designed to delight both the eye and the palate.

Fast, Secure NZ-Wide Delivery

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