Description
Boodles Rhubarb & Strawberry Gin 750ML is a fruit-infused English gin bottled at 35% ABV (70 proof) in a 750ml format. Built on Boodles’ distinctively citrus-free London Dry base, this expression earned a Bronze Medal at the World Gin Awards, reinforcing its standing in the competitive flavored gin category.
Quick Facts: ABV: 35% | Origin: Warrington, England | Style: Fruit-Infused Gin | Distillery: G&J Distillers
Production & Heritage
G&J Distillers, based in Warrington, England, is one of the oldest gin distilleries in the world. The base spirit is distilled from British wheat and redistilled through a Carter Head copper still — a method that suspends botanicals above the spirit rather than steeping them directly, producing a cleaner, more delicate infusion. What distinguishes the core Boodles recipe from most London Dry gins is its complete absence of citrus botanicals, a deliberate choice by the original distillers who assumed a fresh lemon or lime garnish would always accompany the finished drink. For this expression, spring-crop garden rhubarb and fresh strawberries are infused into that citrus-free base, then the spirit undergoes four distillation passes to integrate the fruit character fully.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Fresh berry sweetness rises first, followed by subtle currant and a dry undercurrent of juniper. The absence of citrus botanicals allows the fruit aromatics to stand forward without competition.
Taste: The entry is soft and jammy, with ripe strawberry dominating the front palate. At mid-palate, a tart rhubarb tang emerges, balanced by earthy juniper that keeps the profile grounded in gin territory rather than drifting into liqueur sweetness. Faint lemon-like brightness appears despite the citrus-free botanical bill, a byproduct of the rhubarb’s natural acidity.
Finish: Short and clean, with lingering sweetness tempered by a slightly tangy, rhubarb-driven fade. The juniper reasserts itself gently at the tail end, leaving a dry impression.
How to Drink Boodles Rhubarb & Strawberry
This gin drinks well over ice with a quality tonic and a sprig of fresh mint, which amplifies the berry-rhubarb interplay without masking it. For cocktails, try it in a Gin Fizz, where the rhubarb tartness replaces the need for excessive citrus juice; a Bramble, where the strawberry notes layer naturally with crème de mûre; or a French 75, where the fruit-forward profile pairs cleanly with dry Champagne and brings a pink-hued twist to the classic.
Best For
- Introducing gin-skeptic friends to the category through an approachable, fruit-driven expression
- Warm-weather entertaining where lighter, lower-ABV cocktails are preferred
- Building a flavored gin collection alongside classic London Dry bottlings
- Gifting someone who enjoys pink or fruit-infused spirits
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Boodles Rhubarb & Strawberry taste like? It leads with ripe strawberry jam and tangy rhubarb, supported by earthy juniper and a clean, slightly sweet finish. The overall profile is fruit-forward but retains enough dry gin backbone to avoid cloying sweetness.
How does Boodles Rhubarb & Strawberry compare to Gordon’s Premium Pink Gin? Both occupy the fruit-flavored gin segment, but Boodles starts from a citrus-free base, giving its fruit infusion a more prominent role without competing citrus botanicals. Gordon’s Pink leans on a traditional London Dry foundation with added berry flavoring, producing a slightly different balance of sweet and botanical notes.
Is Boodles Rhubarb & Strawberry good for cocktails? Yes — its 35% ABV and pronounced fruit character make it a strong mixer, particularly in serves like the Bramble or Gin Fizz where berry and tart notes complement the recipe structure.
Where is Boodles Rhubarb & Strawberry made? It is produced at G&J Distillers in Warrington, England, using a Carter Head copper still and a British wheat spirit base.
What foods pair well with Boodles Rhubarb & Strawberry? Try it alongside soft goat cheese, where the rhubarb tartness cuts through the creaminess; fresh strawberry desserts like pavlova for complementary fruit notes; smoked salmon canapés, where the juniper echoes the classic pairing; light salads with balsamic vinaigrette; or vanilla panna cotta, which mirrors the gin’s gentle sweetness.
What sizes does Boodles Rhubarb & Strawberry come in? The standard widely available format is the 750ml bottle.
Is Boodles Rhubarb & Strawberry worth the price? It positions as an accessible, mid-range flavored gin that delivers genuine distilled fruit character through Carter Head distillation rather than simple flavoring, which represents solid value within the growing fruit gin segment.
Why Boodles Rhubarb & Strawberry?
The absence of citrus in the base botanical recipe is the key differentiator here — it is a structural decision that gives the rhubarb and strawberry infusion more room to define the gin’s character. Carter Head distillation produces a lighter, more aromatic spirit than pot-distilled alternatives, and the four-pass process integrates the fruit cleanly without heavy sweetness. A Bronze Medal at the World Gin Awards confirms that the expression holds up under professional blind evaluation. For drinkers looking for a fruit-infused gin that still reads unmistakably as gin, this bottling earns its place.
