{"product_id":"waterloo-gin-no-9","title":"Waterloo Gin No. 9","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"444\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"68\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline cursor-pointer\"\u003eWaterloo Gin No. 9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold \u003cstrong data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"101\"\u003eAmerican-style gin\u003c\/strong\u003e that reimagines classic dry gin with a distinct \u003cstrong data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"171\"\u003eTexas personality\u003c\/strong\u003e—combining floral, citrus, herbal, and nutty character in an expressive, high-proof format. Bottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"297\"\u003e94 proof (47 % ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers both depth and vibrancy that shine neat, in spritz-style serves, or in adventurous gin cocktails. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"449\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"795\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"478\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"481\"\u003eWaterloo No. 9 hails from \u003cstrong data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eTreaty Oak Distilling Co.\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"567\"\u003eDripping Springs, Texas\u003c\/strong\u003e, and is crafted in what the producer calls a \u003cstrong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eNew American style\u003c\/strong\u003e—an approach that nods to traditional dry gins while incorporating \u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"733\"\u003elocally inspired botanicals\u003c\/strong\u003e and innovative methods. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003eThe gin is \u003cstrong data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"846\"\u003evapor-infused with nine botanicals\u003c\/strong\u003e, a technique intended to extract delicate aromatic compounds while preserving clarity and balance. Botanicals include \u003cstrong data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003ejuniper, lavender, grapefruit, pecan, orris root, coriander, anise, ginger, and licorice root\u003c\/strong\u003e—a lineup that creates a layered profile reflecting the Texas Hill Country terroir. After distillation, the spirit is proofed down with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003elimestone-filtered Texas spring water\u003c\/strong\u003e before bottling. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003eThere are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eno widely published professional critic scores\u003c\/strong\u003e from mainstream spirits authorities (e.g., \u003cem data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eWhisky Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e or major competition results) specific to Waterloo No. 9 Gin. However, the style is frequently recognized in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003egin enthusiast circles\u003c\/strong\u003e and guides as an interesting modern American expression that pairs well with citrus-forward cocktails such as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eG\u0026amp;T\u003c\/strong\u003e or a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1706\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eNegroni\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its nuanced botanicals can interact playfully with tonic and vermouth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromatic and inviting with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003efresh lavender and citrus zest\u003c\/strong\u003e (grapefruit), layered over \u003cstrong data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003ejuniper and spice\u003c\/strong\u003e. The floral and herbal elements are prominent without feeling perfumey, giving a distinctive chapter to the traditional gin bouquet. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2426\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2213\"\u003ebright citrus character\u003c\/strong\u003e, gentle \u003cstrong data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003ejuniper backbone\u003c\/strong\u003e, and nuanced spice notes from \u003cstrong data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003eginger and coriander\u003c\/strong\u003e. A subtle \u003cstrong data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003enutty quality\u003c\/strong\u003e—inspired by pecan—underpins the core, adding warmth and depth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2661\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and slightly warming, tapering toward a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003egentle citrus and herbal echo\u003c\/strong\u003e that lingers without harshness. The floral and spice elements continue to interplay through the finish. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2686\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"3152\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2720\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2720\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2705\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2704\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2705\" data-end=\"2720\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"3152\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2764\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2745\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2764\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e47 % \/ 94 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2765\" data-end=\"2815\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2765\" data-end=\"2783\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2783\" data-end=\"2815\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eDripping Springs, Texas, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2816\" data-end=\"2881\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2816\" data-end=\"2829\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eProduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2829\" data-end=\"2881\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eNew American style gin; vapor-infused botanicals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2882\" data-end=\"2978\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2882\" data-end=\"2895\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBotanicals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2978\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eJuniper, lavender, grapefruit, pecan, orris, coriander, anise, ginger, licorice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2979\" data-end=\"3067\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2979\" data-end=\"2998\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2998\" data-end=\"3067\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFloral lavender, citrus zest, juniper, herbs, spice, nutty facets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3152\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3087\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3087\" data-end=\"3152\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eExpressive modern American gin with Texas botanical character\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3157\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3159\" data-end=\"3181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3159\" data-end=\"3179\"\u003eCocktail Recipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3183\" data-end=\"3220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3183\" data-end=\"3218\"\u003eTexas Negroni (Bold \u0026amp; Balanced)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3405\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3248\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3248\"\u003e1 oz Waterloo No. 9 Gin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3249\" data-end=\"3265\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3251\" data-end=\"3265\"\u003e1 oz Campari\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3405\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3268\" data-end=\"3405\"\u003e1 oz sweet vermouth\u003cbr data-start=\"3287\" data-end=\"3290\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3290\" data-end=\"3301\"\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir with ice until chilled; strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube; garnish with orange peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3407\" data-end=\"3459\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3407\" data-end=\"3457\"\u003eHill Country Gin \u0026amp; Tonic (Herbal \u0026amp; Refreshing)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3460\" data-end=\"3614\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3460\" data-end=\"3487\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3462\" data-end=\"3487\"\u003e2 oz Waterloo No. 9 Gin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3488\" data-end=\"3518\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3490\" data-end=\"3518\"\u003e4–5 oz premium tonic water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3614\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3521\" data-end=\"3614\"\u003eGrapefruit twist\u003cbr data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"3540\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3540\" data-end=\"3551\"\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Build over ice; stir gently; express grapefruit zest over top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3616\" data-end=\"3663\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3616\" data-end=\"3661\"\u003eCitrus Lavender Martini (Floral \u0026amp; Bright)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3664\" data-end=\"3811\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3664\" data-end=\"3691\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3666\" data-end=\"3691\"\u003e2 oz Waterloo No. 9 Gin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3692\" data-end=\"3713\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3694\" data-end=\"3713\"\u003e½ oz dry vermouth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3714\" data-end=\"3811\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3716\" data-end=\"3811\"\u003eLemon twist\u003cbr data-start=\"3727\" data-end=\"3730\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3730\" data-end=\"3741\"\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir with ice; strain into a chilled coupe; garnish with lemon twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sazerac\/Reyes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43042505982018,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Waterloo_Gin_No._9.jpg?v=1772507556","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/waterloo-gin-no-9","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}