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  Over recent years, we’ve seen lots of Australian gin distilleries open across the country, So, if you’re a craft gin lover, then chances are you’ve come across some Australian premium gin . But what makes Australian gin so unique?     Although being a little late to the craft gin craze, there are a lot of Australian gins which have started to make a name for themselves, both locally and internationally. In recent years, the number of Australian gin distilleries as swelled, from a humble 10 to over 100 today.   This rise in distilleries is not only due to the rising popularity of gin as a spirit, but because of the adventurous nature and bountiful, local ingredients that local distillers have access to. Local distillers pride themselves on experimenting with the vast number of unique botanicals found in Australia.   Some of the common notes you’ll find Australian gins include seaweed, pepper berry, lemon myrtle, strawberry gun, orris root, wat...

If you find yourself in a gin masterclass in Melbourne or taking a tour of a gin distillery , you may come across the different kinds of gin – of which a good navy strength craft gin is often a fan favourite. But what does navy strength really mean and how does it differ from your classic dry gin? Take a read to find out more.     Navy strength gin often sounds quite catchy to craft gin drinker – but few actually know about its origins and why it’s such a popular choice among gin lovers. As with anything in life, it’s always good to start at the beginning.   If you’ve ever attended a gin masterclass in Melbourne or taken the time to delve into the history of gin, you may know that the British navy has played a large role in the history of gin. For a large part, the production, distribution and increased consumption in is in part thanks to the British navy.   It was during these times that gin became a very popular spirit of choice amongst navy offi...