{"product_id":"waterloo-prickly-pear-rose-flavored-gin","title":"Waterloo Prickly Pear \u0026 Rose Flavored Gin","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"514\"\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 Prickly Pear \u0026amp; Rose Gin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a strikingly \u003cstrong data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"127\"\u003efloral and fruit-accented American gin\u003c\/strong\u003e that reimagines classic gin character through the vibrant lens of \u003cstrong data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"250\"\u003eprickly pear cactus fruit, rose petals, and hibiscus\u003c\/strong\u003e. At \u003cstrong data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"278\"\u003e47 % ABV (94 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e, it balances expressive aromatics with a lively profile, making it equally compelling neat, with tonic, or in creative gin cocktails—a spirited tribute to the Texas Hill Country where it’s crafted. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"519\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"551\"\u003eCrafted by \u003cstrong data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"586\"\u003eWaterloo Gin Company\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eAustin, Texas\u003c\/strong\u003e, this expression embodies the brand’s \u003cstrong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"668\"\u003eNew American style\u003c\/strong\u003e: traditional gin botanicals elevated with \u003cem data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"748\"\u003eregional and unexpected ingredients\u003c\/em\u003e that capture place and personality. It begins with Waterloo’s \u003cstrong data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"834\"\u003enine-botanical base\u003c\/strong\u003e, which typically includes juniper, citrus peel, lavender, pecan, and select spice and herbal notes, then layers in \u003cstrong data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"999\"\u003eprickly pear fruit, rose petals, and hibiscus\u003c\/strong\u003e during distillation for added complexity. The result is a gin that feels at once familiar and refreshingly original. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003eBottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003e94 proof (47 % ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the spirit displays both aromatic finesse and enough strength to stand up in cocktails without losing nuance—a versatility prized in contemporary gin expressions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1864\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eThere are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003eno widely published professional critic scores\u003c\/strong\u003e from major spirits authorities (e.g., \u003cem data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eWhisky Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eThe Spirits Business\u003c\/em\u003e) for this specific flavored gin release as of now. However, press coverage and industry introductions describe it as a \u003cem data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003ebold botanical addition to the Waterloo lineup\u003c\/em\u003e, appealing for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003ebalance of floral elegance and bright fruit character\u003c\/strong\u003e—qualities that are gaining attention in craft gin circles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A fragrant, floral bouquet opens with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1975\"\u003efresh rose petals and hibiscus\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by \u003cem data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003esoft prickly pear sweetness\u003c\/em\u003e, hints of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003ejuniper, citrus zest\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a gentle herbal lift. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2115\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and vivid, the palate showcases \u003cem data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003eprickly pear fruit\u003c\/em\u003e with a \u003cem data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003elight berry-like sweetness\u003c\/em\u003e, complemented by \u003cstrong data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003ecitrus brightness, floral spice, and traditional gin juniper backbone\u003c\/strong\u003e. Herbal earthiness from rose and hibiscus adds dimension without overwhelming. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2588\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and slightly herbal, finishing with lingering floral notes and \u003cem data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2525\"\u003ejust a hint of fruit sweetness\u003c\/em\u003e that makes it refreshing and approachable. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2590\" data-end=\"2593\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2595\" data-end=\"2615\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2595\" data-end=\"2613\"\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=\"2617\" data-end=\"2961\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2639\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2639\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2628\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"align-top\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2628\" data-end=\"2639\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"align-top\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2961\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2684\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2664\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2684\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003e~47 % \/ 94 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2725\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2703\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2703\" data-end=\"2725\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eAustin, Texas, USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2794\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2739\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eProduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2739\" data-end=\"2794\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eSmall-batch American gin with additional botanicals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2874\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2812\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2874\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003ePrickly pear fruit, rose petals, hibiscus, citrus, juniper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2961\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2875\" data-end=\"2894\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2961\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFloral \u0026amp; fruit-accented craft gin with bold 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=\"2963\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"2990\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"2988\"\u003eCocktail Recipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"3029\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"3027\"\u003ePrickly Pear \u0026amp; Rose Gin \u0026amp; Tonic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3237\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3071\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3071\"\u003e2 oz Waterloo Prickly Pear \u0026amp; Rose Gin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3102\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3074\" data-end=\"3102\"\u003e4–5 oz premium tonic water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3103\" data-end=\"3237\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3105\" data-end=\"3237\"\u003eGarnish: Grapefruit twist \u0026amp; edible rose petal\u003cbr data-start=\"3150\" data-end=\"3153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3164\"\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Build over ice in a highball glass; stir gently to integrate botanicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3239\" data-end=\"3261\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3239\" data-end=\"3259\"\u003eFloral Southside\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3262\" data-end=\"3508\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3262\" data-end=\"3303\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3303\"\u003e2 oz Waterloo Prickly Pear \u0026amp; Rose Gin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3304\" data-end=\"3329\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3306\" data-end=\"3329\"\u003e¾ oz fresh lime juice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3330\" data-end=\"3351\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3332\" data-end=\"3351\"\u003e¾ oz simple syrup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3508\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3354\" data-end=\"3508\"\u003e6–8 fresh mint leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"3375\" data-end=\"3378\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3378\" data-end=\"3389\"\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Muddle mint with simple syrup; add gin and lime; shake with ice; strain into a chilled coupe; garnish with mint sprig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3510\" data-end=\"3528\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3510\" data-end=\"3526\"\u003eRosy Negroni\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3732\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3570\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3531\" data-end=\"3570\"\u003e1 oz Waterloo Prickly Pear \u0026amp; Rose Gin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3571\" data-end=\"3594\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3573\" data-end=\"3594\"\u003e1 oz sweet vermouth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"3732\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3597\" data-end=\"3732\"\u003e1 oz Campari\u003cbr data-start=\"3609\" data-end=\"3612\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3612\" data-end=\"3623\"\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir with ice until well 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","brand":"Sazerac\/Reyes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43042974335042,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Waterloo_Prickly_Pear_Rose_Flavored_Gin.jpg?v=1772507421","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/waterloo-prickly-pear-rose-flavored-gin","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}