Salford Distillery

Salford Gin - Original Dry

£42.00

Award-winning classic London Dry-style gin with a bold, citrus-forward profile and a distinctive Northern edge.

Flavour profile

Juniper5/5
Citrus4/5
Herbaceousness4/5
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Tasting notes

Nose
Bright and aromatic, led by classic juniper and fresh citrus peel.
Palate
Clean and crisp on the palate, delivering bold juniper followed by citrus, with soft herbal notes from lemon balm and a subtle earthy undertone.
Finish
Smooth, long and refreshing, finishing clean with a gentle herbal edge.

Serves

Salford Gin & Light Tonic

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Method

Ingredients

50ml Salford Original Dry Gin
150ml Light Tonic Water
Cubed ice

Method

Fill a glass of your choice with ice. Add the gin and top with chilled tonic water.

Garnish: Fresh lime wedge

Tommy's Collins

A Northern take on the Tom Collins. A tall, zesty, and refreshing botanical long drink.

Method

Ingredients

50ml Salford Original Dry Gin
25ml Lemon Juice
25ml Sugar Syrup
Soda Water (to top)

Method

Add the gin, lemon juice, and syrup to a tall glass filled with ice. Stir well, then top with soda water.

Garnish: Fresh lemon garnish

The story

Born in the backstreets of Salford and inspired by the grit and ingenuity of the Industrial Revolution, Salford Gin Original is a classic London Dry-style gin with a distinctive Northern edge. Crafted in small batches at The Dirty Old Town Distillery, this is a gin made for proper G&Ts - and nothing less.

Distilled with a carefully balanced selection of botanicals, Salford Gin Original delivers a clean, citrus-led profile with depth and character.

🍋 Bold Citrus | A clean, citrus-forward profile led by fresh citrus peel.

🌿 Key Botanicals | Expertly distilled with juniper, willow bark, and citrus peel.

🥃 Product Details | Small batch - Distilled at The Salford Distillery.

Why you’ll love it

  • A classic London Dry with a bold, citrus-forward Northern edge.
  • Distilled in small batches at The Salford Distillery.
  • Uses unique botanicals like willow bark for a subtle, earthy depth.

Delivery

Delivery of products

Delivery charges will be displayed at checkout. We currently offer the following delivery options:

  • Royal Mail 48 – £4.95
  • Free UK delivery on orders over £75
  • Collection from our distillery: Arch 33 Viaduct Street, Salford, M3 7WX

Dispatch & delivery times

Orders placed before 2pm Monday to Friday will generally be dispatched the same working day. Orders placed after 2pm, or on weekends and bank holidays, will usually be dispatched on the next working day.

Engraved orders are dispatched on Thursdays only.
The cut-off for engraving orders to be included in that week’s dispatch is 9am on Wednesday. Orders placed after this cut-off will normally be dispatched the following Thursday.

Our standard delivery service is Royal Mail 48, which aims to deliver within 2 working days from dispatch.

Please note that delivery times are estimates and are not guaranteed. Delays can occasionally occur due to circumstances outside of our control or that of Royal Mail.

Delivery

  1. We will endeavour to dispatch and deliver your order within the estimated timeframes shown above. Where delays occur due to circumstances outside our reasonable control, we will do our best to keep you informed.

  2. Responsibility for the products passes to you once they have been delivered to the address provided with your order.

  3. If you need to amend your delivery address, please contact us as soon as possible. Once an order has been dispatched, we may not be able to change the delivery address.


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Engraved orders dispatch Thursdays. Cut-off: Wednesday 9am.

Reviews

FAQs

What does Salford Gin taste like?

Salford Gin is a classic London Dry style with juniper and lime on the nose and warming notes of willow bark and lemon balm. It's clean and crisp with a botanical depth rooted in the heritage of industrial Salford.

What is the ABV of Salford Gin?

Salford Gin is 40% ABV, distilled in small batches at The Dirty Old Town Distillery in Salford.

What makes Salford Gin different?

The key botanical is willow bark - a nod to the willow trees that line the banks of the River Irwell, which are noted for giving Salford its name. It's a botanical rooted in place, making this gin genuinely local in a way that goes beyond just where it's distilled.

How should I serve Salford Gin?

As a London Dry, it's built for a classic G&T - serve over plenty of ice with a premium tonic and a slice of lime or lemon peel to complement the citrus notes. It also works well in a Negroni or Martini for those who prefer their gin in stirred cocktails.

Is Salford Gin new?

Yes - Salford Gin launched in February 2026 and is the first gin produced by the Salford Distillery. It marks the brand's expansion beyond rum and is available to buy directly from the distillery online and in store.

Is Salford Gin suitable as a gift?

Yes - the Dave Draws bottle design featuring landmarks from industrial Salford makes it a distinctive and locally meaningful gift, particularly for gin lovers with a connection to Manchester or Salford.

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