Buddies Gin is unique in representing The Spirit of Paisley.
We wanted the taste of our premium craft gin to be bright and memorable - and we got the ingredients just right.
Buddies Gin is infused with a creative selection of plant-based ingredients, from berries to citrus peels. Some are conventional - others make a bold statement.
After years of testing the combination, the final recipe delivers everything we dreamed of when founding our gin company.
A Look Inside the Bottle
Each botanical was chosen carefully to make Buddies Gin taste exactly how we imagined. Here's what they contribute:
Juniper
Juniper is the essential botanical that makes gin - gin. It gives Buddies Gin its piney, resinous, and citrusy notes.
As the base of our high-end gin, juniper is the core of its complex character.
Angelica Root
Angelica brings a woody, earthy sweetness. It's the binder that balances the rest - creating a smooth, rounded taste.
Used in most premium gins, angelica is the quiet hero behind Buddies Gin's elegant depth.
Cassia Bark
Cassia adds a warm, spicy sweetness. This cinnamon-like spice brings a cosy, earthy kick that many of our Buddies say gives the gin a friendly, comforting finish.
Cardamom
Fresh and exotic, cardamom adds a unique citrus and herbal layer. It elevates the flavour without overpowering.
Ginger
Zesty, spicy, and warming - ginger isn’t often found in mass-market gins.
Its cookie-like heat is subtle but distinctive. Once you notice it, you’ll crave it in every serve.
Nutmeg
Nutmeg adds an earthy sweetness and soft heat that lingers on the finish.
It builds on the ginger and cassia for a perfectly spiced experience.
Lemon Peel
Bright, tart, and fresh - lemon peel is our crisp counterpoint to the spice.
While lemon is a common garnish, we distill with it directly - a cultural trick from our side of Paisley that lifts the whole profile.
Toasted Orange Peel
This rare gin botanical brings a hint of caramelised bitterness and smokiness.
It’s bold, it’s unexpected - and it’s part of what makes Buddies Gin distinct.
Try It for Yourself
We’ve bottled the warmth, spice, citrus, and heart of Paisley - and we'd love you to taste it.
👉 Shop Buddies Gin here
Treat yourself - or your Buddies - to a gin that celebrates craft, culture, and character.