Sarti Gin / Bot.1950s arrives with a name that immediately piques curiosity. The "Bot.1950s" designation suggests a botanical recipe rooted in mid-twentieth-century tradition — a period when London Dry gin was the unquestioned standard of the spirits world, and distillers worked within a disciplined framework of juniper-forward profiles. At 45% ABV, this sits comfortably above the legal minimum for its category, offering the kind of backbone that serious gin enthusiasts look for.
Style & Character
As a London Dry, Sarti must adhere to some of the strictest production standards in gin-making: no artificial flavourings, no colour additives, and all botanical character derived during distillation rather than added afterwards. It is a designation that demands transparency, and at this strength, one would expect a clean, well-structured spirit where juniper leads and supporting botanicals fall into disciplined formation behind it. The 1950s reference in the name hints at a classical European sensibility — a gin built for purpose rather than novelty.
Best Served
A gin of this pedigree and strength deserves considered service. I would reach for a classic G&T with Fever-Tree Indian Tonic and a twist of lemon peel — nothing more — to let the distillate speak. At 45%, it also has the structural integrity to hold its own in a dry Martini, where any weakness in a spirit is ruthlessly exposed. This is a gin that appears to have been crafted with such occasions in mind.
At its price point of £250, Sarti Bot.1950s positions itself firmly in the premium tier. For collectors drawn to heritage-inspired London Drys with genuine strength of character, it warrants serious attention. A confident 8 out of 10.
