The Grape Grinder
The Grape Grinder
AboutThe Grape Grinder
Johan du Toit and Oliver Kirsten founded The Grape Grinder in 2010, beginning with South African wine before developing Cape Fynbos Gin in Paarl. The small-batch gin combines juniper with extracts from more than thirty indigenous botanicals.
Botanicals steep in the base spirit before distillation, with further aromas captured as vapour passes through them. Mountain spring water is added during blending, and the gin is bottled at the Paarl distillery.
Cape Fynbos Classic Gin 750 mL
South African Gin
$79.99
Deep herbal aromas lead a distinctly South African profile, with juniper, wild fynbos and bright orange essence joined by clove, white pepper and a touch of honey. More than thirty indigenous botanicals bring layered floral, earthy and citrus detail, while careful maceration and vapour infusion keep the palate smooth and defined. The middle is complex without becoming dense, moving from herbs into warm spice and gentle sweetness. A clean finish leaves juniper, orange and pepper behind.