Hayman's of London Sloe Gin
Hayman's of London Sloe Gin is made the slow, traditional way: wild-harvested English sloe berries steeped in Hayman's own London Dry Gin for up to four months, bottled at 26% ABV (52 proof) in a 750mL bottle. The result is a rich, ruby-red liqueur the brand calls the World's Best English Sloe Gin — sloe berry, almond, and subtle plum with a warming spice finish, and no artificial colors or flavors. Order online from Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 26% (52 proof)
- Size: 750mL (US)
- Method: Wild sloe berries steeped in Hayman's London Dry Gin, 3–4 months; no artificial colors or flavors
- Distillery: Hayman Distillers, Balham, South London — family distilling since 1863
- Awards: World's Best English Sloe Gin; Master, The Spirits Business Gin Masters; Double Gold, World Gin Awards
Four Months in the Making
Sloe gin is one of England's oldest liqueur traditions, and Hayman's — distilling since 1863, now run by James and Miranda Hayman at their purpose-built Balham distillery — treats it with old-school patience. Sloe berries are steeped in the family's London Dry Gin for up to four months before bottling, a method that earned the expression "World's Best English Sloe Gin" and a Master medal at The Spirits Business Gin Masters. See more gin and the full Hayman's of London collection.
Tasting Notes
Deep ruby in the glass with sloe berry, almond, and subtle plum on the palate, balanced by tangy fruit and warming spice. Sweet but not cloying, with the gin's juniper backbone keeping it structured.
How to Enjoy
The classic serve is a Sloe Gin Fizz — sloe gin, lemon, soda over ice. It's equally at home in a Charlie Chaplin (with apricot brandy and lime) or simply poured over ice with a twist of orange.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is sloe gin made from?
Sloe gin is a liqueur made by steeping sloe berries (the fruit of the blackthorn) in gin with sugar. Hayman's steeps wild-harvested sloe berries in its London Dry Gin for up to four months.
What is the alcohol content of Hayman's Sloe Gin?
It's bottled at 26% ABV (52 proof) — lighter than gin, richer than most liqueurs.
How long has Hayman's been distilling?
The Hayman family has distilled gin since 1863, beginning with James Burrough; Christopher Hayman founded the modern distillery, now run by his children James and Miranda.
Add England's finest sloe gin to your bar — order Hayman's of London Sloe Gin online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.