Seven Hills Italian Dry Gin arrives with a name that nods unmistakably to Rome — the Eternal City built on seven hills. Classified as a flavoured gin and bottled at a confident 43% ABV, this is a spirit that sits in one of the most exciting and fast-moving corners of the gin world. Italian gins have carved out a distinct identity over the past decade, leaning into Mediterranean botanicals and a certain sun-drenched elegance that sets them apart from their British counterparts.
Style & Character
Without confirmed botanical details, what we can say is that Seven Hills positions itself firmly in the flavoured category — meaning it pushes beyond the juniper-forward template and into more expressive territory. Italian producers in this space tend to draw on native herbs, citrus peel, and aromatics that wouldn't feel out of place in a Ligurian kitchen. At 43%, there's enough backbone here to carry bold flavour without tipping into harshness. It's a strength that works equally well neat or in a mixed serve.
The Verdict
I appreciate what Seven Hills is doing. The flavoured gin category can be a minefield of gimmicks, but there's a seriousness to this bottle — from the considered ABV to the Italian dry gin designation — that suggests craft over novelty. At £41.95, it's priced in the mid-premium bracket, which feels fair for an import with character. It doesn't quite reach the heights of the best Italian gins I've encountered, but it's a solid, well-assembled spirit that earns its place on the shelf. I'm giving it a 7.7 out of 10.
Best Served
Try this in a Mediterranean-inspired G&T: premium tonic, a wheel of blood orange, a sprig of fresh rosemary, and a few drops of olive brine. Trust me — the savoury note transforms the drink into something closer to an aperitivo than a standard gin and tonic. Alternatively, shake it into a White Negroni with dry vermouth and gentian liqueur for a bittersweet serve that leans into its Italian roots.
