Created for global leading travel experience player, Avolta, The Tropics is the second release in the Edinburgh Gin Traveller’s Collection series which was launched last year, a global journey taking inspiration from locations and signature flavours around the world. The Meadows was the first in this special journey and was inspired by the famous green space in the city of Edinburgh itself. The Tropics is inspired by the abundance of vibrant botanicals in the tropics, transporting drinkers to a sultry world of lush rainforests and tropical taste sensations.
Edinburgh Gin Head Distiller, David Wilkinson says: “On the nose, The Tropics has coconutty aromas from the pandan leaf, complimented by citrus notes of lemongrass and Kaffir lime leaf. The gin has a creamy mouthfeel, with initial sweet flavours from the pandan leaves, balanced by zesty notes of lime. Savoury flavours of green peppercorns and bird’s eye chilli give the gin a tingling after-taste.”
This new expression complements the existing World Duty Free range of Edinburgh Gin full-strength gins: The Classic, Seaside, Rhubarb & Ginger, Strawberry & Pink Peppercorn and Avolta-exclusive Key Lime & Ginger, alongside the three, highly popular gin liqueurs: Rhubarb & Ginger, Raspberry and Elderflower.
David de Miguel, Global Category Head of Liquor for Avolta says: “The Edinburgh Gin boutique is a major attraction in our store at Edinburgh Airport and is a huge success. The Meadows sold out faster than we expected and we are now looking at The Tropics to perform at the same level. We are always looking to surprise and delight our customers with something unique, new and exciting, so we’re proud to offer this second exclusive as part of the Edinburgh Gin Traveller’s Exclusive Collection series.”
The Tropics has been created in the heart of Edinburgh at Edinburgh Gin’s new state-of-the-art distillery and visitor centre at The Arches, just off the Royal Mile.
In 2024, annual passenger numbers at Edinburgh Airport reached a record 15.78 million.
We are delighted to introduce The Tropics at the Edinburgh Airport Edinburgh Gin boutique,” says Ian Macleod Distillers Head of Global Travel Retail, William Ovens. “Our Master Distiller has really pushed the boundaries with this exotic yet highly accessible flavour profile; those who are lucky enough to have tasted it already have been hugely impressed.
The Tropics & Tonic
Ingredients
50ml The Tropics Gin
Premium tonic water
Ice
Lemon twist
Method
Pour the gin into a glass filled with cubed ice. Top up with premium tonic water. Garnish with a lemon peel.
The Tropics Colada
Ingredients
60ml The Tropics Gin
50ml Pineapple Juice
20ml Coconut Cream
15ml Lime Juice
Optional 10ml toasted coconut syrup
Method
Shaken & poured into tall glass
About Edinburgh Gin
As one of the country’s leading creative gin distillers, Edinburgh Gin is known for its diverse and carefully crafted range – the most varied of any gin maker in the country. Filled with natural wonder, its London Drys, full strength flavours and liqueurs are all made with skill and expertise in the city of Edinburgh.
Sustainability
*100% renewable energy means that a percentage of the supply is from renewable energy such as solar and wind, with the balance coming from the grid. The carbon emissions from grid generation are neutralised by buying carbon credits (REGOs). It would not be correct to claim this is net zero electricity hence our statement that we are carbon neutral for our operational emissions.
About Ian Macleod Distillers (IMD)
IMD is one of the most widely respected Scottish independent family firms in the spirits industry, with four generations of expertise, distilling, blending and bottling to their name. IMD has built up an enviable portfolio of premium quality spirits and is the proud brand proprietor of Glengoyne Highland Single Malt, Tamdhu Speyside Single Malt, Rosebank Lowland Single Malt, Smokehead Islay Single Malt, King Robert II Blended Scotch Whisky, Isle of Skye Blended Scotch Whisky and Edinburgh Gin to name but a few. The world’s 10th largest Scotch whisky company currently producing and selling over 15 million bottles of spirits every year. Ian Macleod Distillers is a family-owned, independent company with an 80-year heritage. Visit IMD at www.ianmacleod.com. Please drink responsibly
