Hayman’s of London Exotic Citrus Gin

Hayman’s of London Exotic Citrus Gin distills kumquat, Persian lime, pomelo, and mandarin into true London gin at 41.1% ABV (750mL), made by the Hayman family — distillers in London since 1863, with citrus botanicals in their family recipe for over 160 years. The peels are hand-peeled and sun-dried for maximum volatile oils, then distilled over a unique two-day process with the house’s London Dry gin — no added flavors, all botanical character. Order it online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.

• ABV: 41.1% (82.2 proof) — 750mL; no added flavorings, all-distilled botanicals
• Botanicals: kumquat, Persian lime, pomelo, mandarin — hand-peeled, sun-dried peels
• Process: distilled in London over a two-day process in the family’s stills
• Origin: Hayman’s Distillery, Weir Road, London — distilling since 1863
• Recognition: World’s Best in the Signature Botanical category, World Gin Awards 2022

Four Exotic Citrus Fruits, 160 Years of Gin Making

The Haymans claim their family was London’s first to put citrus at the heart of a gin botanical bill, and Exotic Citrus — now relaunched as Vibrant Citrus — is the modern proof: lively, sunshine-led citrus layered over the crisp juniper backbone of their London Dry gin. The sun-drying of the peels concentrates their oils before distillation, so the citrus reads bright and natural rather than perfumed. See more from Hayman’s of London or browse the gin shelf.

Tasting Notes

Lively sweet citrus and crisp juniper on the nose; a tangy, zesty palate with bright juniper, hints of spice, and a delicate sweetness; a refreshing, elegant, smooth finish — judges called it “lemony, fresh and clean, but not overpowering” with a lingering sweet finish.

How to Enjoy

Serve over ice with a premium tonic, a fresh orange slice, and a basil sprig — the brand’s official serve. It also builds a bright Citrus Sour with lemon, sugar syrup, and egg white, or simply replace your standard gin in a citrus-forward Tom Collins.

Frequently Asked Questions

What botanicals are in Hayman’s Exotic Citrus Gin?
Kumquat, Persian lime, pomelo, and mandarin — hand-peeled, sun-dried, and distilled in London with the house’s London Dry gin. No added flavors.

Is Exotic Citrus the same as Vibrant Citrus?
Yes — Vibrant Citrus is the brand’s current name for the Exotic Citrus launch expression; the gin inside is the same citrus-led recipe.

Who makes Hayman’s gin?
The Hayman family, distilling gin in London since 1863, across five generations — the same family that helped define the London Dry style.

Citrus-forward London gin, straight from Weir Road — order Hayman’s Exotic Citrus online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.