Top 5 Craft Gin Varieties Only Found at Shop Liquor



Discover the Five Exclusive Gin Varieties Shaping Long Island’s Botanical Scene


Gin lovers continually ask one question: which bottles truly capture Long Island’s coastal terroir? This guide answers by spotlighting the five craft gin varieties available exclusively through Shop Liquor Bottle Sizes. Each pick earned its place through blind tasting, mixology tests, and sustainability checks, so you can trust that every pour delivers both flavor and integrity.



1. Dune Harbor Dry Gin


Botanical focus: wild dune juniper, bay laurel, coriander seed

Style: classic London-dry build with a salty Atlantic whisper

Why it stands out



  • Juniper berries are hand-foraged from protected dune zones at dawn, when oils are most concentrated.

  • A touch of sea-salt–infused air during resting imparts a gentle briny lift, making this gin shine in a 50:50 martini.

  • Offered in 375 mL and 750 mL bottles; the smaller size is perfect for tasting flights.


Tasting snapshot

Bright pine on the nose, crisp lemon zest mid-palate, and a dry mineral finish. Try it with an olive garnish to play up the maritime edge.



2. Peconic Citrus Coast Gin


Botanical focus: bay-grown Meyer lemon, beach-plum blossom, angelica root

Style: contemporary citrus-forward

Why it stands out



  • Citrus is harvested from small orchards bordering the Peconic Bay, then zested within hours to lock in oils.

  • No added sugar; sweetness comes purely from ripe fruit esters.

  • Packaged in a slim 700 mL bottle that chills quickly for on-the-go coolers.


Tasting snapshot

Aromas of candied lemon peel give way to floral plum and a clean peppery snap. In a gin & tonic, it needs only a twist of orange to feel like summer.



3. South Fork Spruce Tip Gin


Botanical focus: young spruce tips, cranberry viburnum, orris root

Style: forest-driven New American

Why it stands out



  • Spruce tips are collected from a single organic grove on the South Fork during the two-week spring flush.

  • Distillers proof down with rain-harvested water, lowering the environmental footprint.

  • Available in 500 mL and 1 L formats for those who love seasonal limited runs.


Tasting snapshot

Expect cool evergreen freshness, hints of pink cranberry, and velvety texture. A barspoon in a Negroni brings woodland depth without overpowering the bitters.



4. Beach Rose & Honey Old Tom


Botanical focus: Rosa rugosa petals, raw wildflower honey, cassia bark

Style: Old Tom (lightly sweetened, barrel-kissed)

Why it stands out



  • Beach roses are picked at peak bloom along shoreline walkways, then macerated fresh.

  • Local apiaries supply unfiltered honey that rounds sharp spices while keeping sugar content low.

  • Rested three months in second-fill Chardonnay barrels, adding faint vanilla tones.

  • Sold in 750 mL bottles only, each hand-numbered.


Tasting snapshot

Soft rosewater on the nose, gentle honeyed mid-palate, and baking-spice warmth on the close. A stellar base for a Martinez or even enjoyed neat over ice.



5. North Shore Navy Strength


Botanical focus: juniper, green cardamom, dried kelp, black lime

Style: navy strength (57% ABV)

Why it stands out



  • Distilled once a quarter in a copper pot still built in 1932, giving spirit extra body.

  • Dried kelp layers umami that holds up when diluted, crucial for tiki-style mixes.

  • Offered in 750 mL and 1.75 L “party pillar” formats; larger bottles reduce packaging waste.


Tasting snapshot

Intense juniper rush, savory oceanic midsection, and an electric lime finish. Ideal for punch bowls, yet balanced enough to anchor a Wet Martini.



How We Chose These Bottles



  1. Blind sensory panels assessed aroma clarity, botanical harmony, and mouthfeel.

  2. Classic-cocktail benchmarks (Martini, G&T, Negroni) tested performance under dilution.

  3. Community feedback—reorder rates and tasting-room votes—verified everyday appeal.

  4. Sustainability audits ensured responsible sourcing, water stewardship, and low-impact packaging.


Each gin excelled across all four pillars, with final scores within 2 points of one another. The range of styles—dry, citrus, forest-fresh, lightly sweetened, and overproof—means every palate finds a match.



Choosing the Right Bottle Size



  • 375 mL: entry-level exploration, great for host gifts or building a multi-gin flight.

  • 500 mL or 700 mL: ideal for collectors chasing small runs without overcommitting.

  • 750 mL: the standard bar workhorse.

  • 1 L: better value for cocktail makers who batch drinks.

  • 1.75 L: best for large gatherings; lowers per-ounce cost and reduces glass waste.


Remember that smaller bottles expose less spirit to oxygen once opened, preserving delicate top notes. Larger volumes, however, age gracefully when stored cool and dark.



Serving Inspiration



  • Seaside Martini – 2 oz Dune Harbor Dry, 0.5 oz dry vermouth, dash orange bitters. Stir, strain, garnish with a lemon coin.

  • Bay Breeze Spritz – 1.5 oz Peconic Citrus Coast, 3 oz soda, 1 oz cranberry juice, build over ice with a rosemary sprig.

  • Evergreen Negroni – 1 oz South Fork Spruce Tip, 1 oz sweet vermouth, 1 oz bitter aperitivo. Stir, strain, flame an orange peel.

  • Rose Gold Collins – 1.5 oz Beach Rose & Honey Old Tom, 0.75 oz lemon, 0.5 oz simple syrup, top seltzer, garnish with rose petal.

  • North Shore Punch – 2 oz North Shore Navy Strength, 1 oz pineapple, 0.5 oz lime, 0.5 oz falernum, dash bitters, crushed ice.



Final Thoughts


Long Island’s distilling community proves that world-class gin no longer belongs only to British or West Coast names. These five exclusive releases showcase local agriculture, inventive techniques, and thoughtful environmental practices. Whether you sip them neat, shake modern cocktails, or display their striking bottles on a shelf, each variety delivers a distinct sense of place—and you will only find them at Shop Liquor Bottle Sizes.


Explore, compare, and let your palate travel from dune-dotted shorelines to spruce-filled forests, all without leaving your home bar.



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