Hayman’s of London Vibrant Citrus Gin
Hayman’s of London Vibrant Citrus Gin is a London-distilled citrus gin bottled at 44.4% ABV (88.8 proof) in 750mL, built on Hayman's classic ten-botanical London Dry recipe and distilled with the sun-dried peels of mandarin, pomelo, kumquat, and Persian lime. The citrus is distilled into the spirit — not flavored in afterward — as part of the family's traditional two-day process, so the character is vivid and natural over a firm juniper backbone. Order it online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 44.4% (88.8 proof) — 750mL; US bottling of the UK's "Exotic Citrus"
- Citrus: sun-dried mandarin, pomelo, kumquat, and Persian lime peels, distilled with the botanicals
- Base: Hayman's ten-botanical London Dry recipe, distilled over two days in small copper-pot stills
- Origin: London, England — the Hayman family, distilling gin since 1863 (five generations)
- Character: lively sweet citrus and crisp juniper; tangy, zesty, refreshing
Citrus Distilled In, Not Flavored On
The Hayman family has used citrus as a key gin botanical for over 160 years — London's first gin-distilling family to do so — and Vibrant Citrus (sold as "Exotic Citrus" in the UK) is the modern expression of that tradition. Sun-dried exotic fruit peels are distilled together with the ten classic botanicals over a unique two-day process, building both depth and brightness: pungent zesty citrus led by kumquat on the nose, citrus oils that sweeten then dry as piney juniper and spice take the mid-palate, and a long juniper-orange-kumquat finish. It adds zest to a Martini, freshness to a G&T or gin & soda, and citric depth to any gin sour. Browse more from Hayman's of London or explore gin.
Tasting Notes
Nose of lively sweet citrus — kumquat-led — with crisp juniper; a tangy, zesty palate of bright citrus oils, piney juniper, and hints of spice rounded with delicate natural sweetness; a refreshing, elegant, smooth finish with lingering orange and kumquat.
How to Enjoy
A zesty Martini or a G&T with an orange wedge and fresh basil. For a lively Citrus Sour: 50mL Vibrant Citrus, 20mL lemon juice, 15mL sugar syrup, one egg white, shaken with ice and double-strained, rosemary garnish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What citrus is in Hayman's Vibrant Citrus?
Sun-dried peels of mandarin, pomelo, kumquat, and Persian lime, distilled directly into the gin — no added flavorings.
Is this the same as Hayman's Exotic Citrus?
Yes — the same gin, called "Exotic Citrus" in the UK and "Vibrant Citrus" in the USA, bottled at 44.4% ABV for the American market.
Who makes Hayman's gin?
The Hayman family — England's longest-serving gin-distilling family, five generations since 1863, run today by siblings James and Miranda Hayman in London.
Five generations of gin, one burst of citrus — order Hayman's Vibrant Citrus online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.