Hendrick’s has been something of an outlier in the gin category since it was founded more than 25 years ago—a Scottish gin that was built around two specific botanicals, rose and cucumber, something that was pretty unusual at the time. The gin category has continued to expand over the years with new flavors and styles, and Hendrick’s has grown along with it, releasing new expressions and experiments that are still based on the brand’s core identity. The latest release, aptly called Another Hendrick’s, is the first permanent addition to the lineup in a decade—and we got an exclusive first look at this new gin flavored with cacao beans and orange blossom. We spoke to Hendrick’s master distiller Lesley Gracie about the new expression, and she said that she was inspired by a trip she took to Mexico. “I went into a cocktail bar, and the bartender gave me this drink with this strange flower on the..
