Following the successful launch of Gordon’s Sicilian Lemon Distilled Gin, Diageo has released new Gordon’s Mediterranean Orange Distilled Gin in Australia.

Gordon’s describes the spirit as a zesty, juicy gin, featuring Mediterranean orange notes that complement the spirit’s signature juniper taste. Drinks Digest is a big fan of Sicilian Lemon and can’t wait to taste test this new addition to the family.

Gordon’s Mediterranean Orange Distilled Gin is available in both a full-strength 700ml bottle serve as well as a ready-to-drink format, Gordon’s Mediterranean Orange Gin & Soda (330ml).

How to mix the perfect Mediterranean Orange & Tonic

To mix a Gordon’s Mediterranean Orange & Tonic, fill a chilled large glass with ice cubes. Pour 30ml of Gordon’s Mediterranean Orange over the ice and top with 120ml chilled tonic water. Garnish with a wheel of orange, then give it all a final stir (0.9 standard drinks).

Gordon’s Mediterranean Orange Distilled Gin and RTDs are available in liquor stores nationwide and online now; 700ml RRP $49.99, ABV 37.5%; RRP $21.99 for 330mlx4-pack, ABV 4%.

Diageo’s booming gin brands

Diageo Australia organic volumes grew 25%, net sales grew 23% and reported net sale were up 26% in the six months to December 31, 2020, thanks to “strong off-trade momentum” and a stellar performance by the drinks giant’s gin portfolio. 

Gin sales were up 48%, driven by Gordon’s and Tanqueray, while RTDs grew 30% during the period, led by Bundaberg, Smirnoff Spiked Seltzers and Gordon’s Pink Gin.