{"product_id":"8-year-old-australian-botanical-gin-bourbon-barrel-cask","title":"8 Year Old Australian Botanical Gin - Bourbon Barrel Cask","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eAward-Winning Australian Barrel-Aged Gin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAncient Wisdom 8 Year Old Botanical Gin is an \u003cb\u003eAustralian barrel-aged gin matured in ex-Bourbon oak casks\u003c\/b\u003e, bringing together traditional gin botanicals with the depth and complexity of extended oak maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHandcrafted by Ancient Wisdom Distillery in Pakenham, Victoria, this distinctive gin develops layers of \u003cb\u003ejuniper, citrus, seasoned oak, earthy spice and subtle Bourbon cask character\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eExtended maturation transforms the bright botanical spirit into something deeper and more complex, while preserving the juniper and citrus character at the heart of the gin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe result sits somewhere between the worlds of premium gin and aged spirits—a rich, contemplative Australian gin designed to be enjoyed slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eEight Years in Bourbon Casks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBarrel ageing gin changes the spirit dramatically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Botanical Gin is matured for \u003cb\u003e8 years in oak barrels previously used for Bourbon\u003c\/b\u003e, allowing years of interaction between the botanical spirit, oak and wine-seasoned cask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDuring maturation, the bright botanical characteristics of the gin gradually integrate with the oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eJuniper and citrus remain present, while the Bourbon-seasoned barrel contributes additional depth and the oak develops richer, warmer and more complex characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTime also allows the sharper botanical elements to soften and integrate, creating a rounded spirit with considerably greater depth than a conventional unaged gin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe result is an unusual expression of Australian gin—one shaped not only by botanicals and distillation, but by \u003cb\u003eoak, Bourbon casks and eight years of maturation\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eFrom Botanical Gin to Barrel Aged Gin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAncient Wisdom's barrel-aged expression begins with botanical gin before entering selected ex-Bourbon oak barrels for extended maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAs the years pass, the spirit continuously interacts with the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe fresh \u003cb\u003ejuniper and citrus\u003c\/b\u003e characteristics of the original gin become integrated with seasoned oak, gentle spice and deeper earthy aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe influence of the Bourbon cask adds another dimension, connecting the botanical freshness of gin with the complexity normally associated with long-aged spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis extended maturation creates a barrel-aged gin that can appeal not only to gin drinkers, but also to whisky and aged-spirit enthusiasts looking for something genuinely different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich golden amber, immediately distinguishing the spirit from a traditional clear gin and reflecting its extended oak maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFresh \u003cb\u003ecitrus and juniper\u003c\/b\u003e initially emerge from the glass before deeper aromas of seasoned oak, earthy spice and subtle forest-floor characteristics begin to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith time in the glass, the brighter botanicals integrate with the richer aromas created through extended Bourbon cask maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRich, balanced and complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCitrus and juniper provide freshness at the front of the palate before developing into deeper layers of \u003cb\u003eseasoned oak, botanical spice and earthy complexity\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe extended maturation rounds the botanical character and gives the gin unusual depth while allowing its underlying gin identity to remain present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMouthfeel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRounded and smooth, with considerably more weight and texture than a conventional unaged gin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eExtended oak maturation provides structure and depth while softening the brighter botanical edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong and complex, with lingering \u003cb\u003ejuniper, citrus, seasoned oak and gentle spice\u003c\/b\u003e, followed by subtle earthy characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Recognition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Barrel Aged Gin has built an impressive record across Australian spirits competitions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBronze Medal – Australian Gin Awards 2024\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Aged Gin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBronze Medal – Melbourne International Spirits Competition 2024\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Aged Gin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSilver Medal – Australian Distilled Spirits Awards 2024\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Aged Gin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSilver Medal – Royal Australian Spirit Awards 2022\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Aged Gin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBronze Medal – Australian Distilled Spirits Awards 2022\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Aged Gin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSilver Medal – Australian Distilled Spirits Awards 2021\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Aged Gin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSilver Medal – Australian Gin Awards 2020\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Aged Gin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Distillery was also named \u003cb\u003eBest Whisky Distillery of the Year at the Melbourne International Spirits Competition 2024\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer:\u003c\/b\u003e Ancient Wisdom Distillery\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Australian Barrel Aged Botanical Gin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAge:\u003c\/b\u003e 8 Years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCask:\u003c\/b\u003e Ex-Bourbon oak barrels\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 700 mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Pakenham, Victoria, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/b\u003e Juniper, citrus, seasoned oak, botanical spice and earthy complexity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/b\u003e 8 years in Bourbon-seasoned oak casks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUnlike many conventional gins, Ancient Wisdom 8 Year Old Botanical Gin is particularly well suited to being enjoyed \u003cb\u003eneat at room temperature\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis allows the interaction between juniper, citrus, oak and the Bourbon cask to gradually develop in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA few drops of water can help reveal additional botanical and oak aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor a colder serve, enjoy it over a large cube of ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt can also produce an intriguing \u003cb\u003eGin \u0026amp; Tonic\u003c\/b\u003e, although a clean, lightly flavoured tonic is preferable so the extended cask character is not overwhelmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor cocktails, its oak-aged character makes it particularly interesting in a \u003cb\u003eNegroni, Martinez or Old Fashioned-style gin cocktail\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is barrel aged gin?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBarrel aged gin is gin that spends time maturing in wooden barrels after distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDuring maturation, the spirit interacts with the oak, developing additional colour, texture and flavour while retaining the botanical characteristics that identify it as gin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow old is Ancient Wisdom Barrel Aged Gin?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Botanical Gin is matured for \u003cb\u003e8 years in ex-Bourbon oak barrels\u003c\/b\u003e, creating significantly greater oak and maturation character than a conventional unaged gin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat barrels are used to mature Ancient Wisdom Gin?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAncient Wisdom uses \u003cb\u003eoak barrels previously used for Bourbon\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Bourbon-seasoned oak adds another layer of complexity to the botanical spirit during its extended maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does Ancient Wisdom Barrel Aged Gin taste like?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eExpect \u003cb\u003ejuniper and fresh citrus\u003c\/b\u003e supported by seasoned oak, botanical spice and earthy complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eExtended maturation provides additional depth, texture and warmth while allowing the underlying botanical character to remain identifiable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Barrel Aged Gin still gin?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYes. Barrel ageing changes the colour, texture and flavour of the spirit, but the underlying spirit remains gin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAncient Wisdom's expression combines traditional gin characteristics such as juniper and citrus with the additional complexity developed through extended oak maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy is Ancient Wisdom Barrel Aged Gin golden in colour?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe golden colour develops during maturation as the gin interacts with the \u003cb\u003eBourbon-seasoned oak barrel\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUnlike clear unaged gin, extended barrel maturation naturally introduces colour from the oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhere is Ancient Wisdom Barrel Aged Gin made?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Barrel Aged Gin is produced by \u003cb\u003eAncient Wisdom Distillery in Pakenham, Victoria, Australia\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHas Ancient Wisdom Barrel Aged Gin won awards?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYes. Ancient Wisdom Barrel Aged Gin has received \u003cb\u003eseven competition awards between 2020 and 2024\u003c\/b\u003e, including medals at the Australian Gin Awards, Melbourne International Spirits Competition, Australian Distilled Spirits Awards and Royal Australian Spirit Awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShould Barrel Aged Gin be served with tonic?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt can be, but barrel-aged gin is also particularly well suited to drinking neat or over ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIf serving it with tonic, a clean and relatively neutral premium tonic allows the gin's Bourbon cask, juniper, citrus and oak characteristics to remain prominent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Barrel Aged Gin similar to whisky?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThere are similarities because both spirits can develop colour, texture and complexity through oak maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHowever, barrel-aged gin retains its distinctive botanical character, particularly juniper, while whisky derives its underlying character from fermented grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAncient Wisdom's extended maturation creates an interesting bridge between \u003cb\u003ebotanical gin and traditionally barrel-aged spirits\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAncient Wisdom Distillery is an \u003cb\u003eaward-winning Australian distillery based in Pakenham, Victoria\u003c\/b\u003e, with more than 45 national and international awards across whisky, gin, vodka, wine and liqueurs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ancient Wisdom Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13390967603253,"sku":"GIN700","price":129.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0069\/2823\/6597\/files\/Ancient_Wisdom_8_Year_Old_Australian_Barrel_Aged_Botanical_Gin_Chardonnay_Cask_700mL.png?v=1791257658","url":"https:\/\/ancientwisdomdistillery.com.au\/products\/8-year-old-australian-botanical-gin-bourbon-barrel-cask","provider":"Ancient Wisdom Distillery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}