A LUXURY North East hotel has launched a gin in partnership with a local distillery.

Rockliffe Hall in Hurworth, just outside Darlington, has announced its first signature gin in collaboration with local urban distillery, Revelry Spirits, under 10 miles away.

The gin is distilled, bottled and labelled at Revelry Spirit's distillery in Yarm.

Newly available as Rockliffe Hall, the gin is a new take on an original London Dry gin.

A small-batch gin, the ten botanicals flavouring the spirit include juniper, angelica root, bitter orange peel, kaffir lime leaves, lemon peel, liquorice root, coriander seeds, cassia bark and orris root.

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According to Rockliffe Hall, the gin is best paired with Fever Tree’s Mediterranean tonic, plenty of ice and a twist of lemon or lime, Revelry Spirit's master distiller recommends that it can also be enjoyed simply ‘on the rocks.’

Revelry Spirits uses local spring water in its spirits, which is sourced in neighbouring Richmond and filtered through limestone rock.

“Supporting small, local businesses such as Revelry Spirits is vital to us at Rockliffe Hall. Not only is it important for the region’s economy, but their operation and success contribute to the authenticity of our community. Besides, the flavours in the Revelry gin are superb and the ingredients are top-quality. I look forward to seeing the gin on our menu for guests to enjoy and learning about the cocktails our first-class mixology team are crafting” said Jason Adams, managing director of Rockliffe Hall.

“We are delighted to be partnering with Rockliffe Hall. The resort is known for its luxurious offer and so aligns with our values to create premium products that are accessible. Like us, both Jason and the venue’s food and beverage manager, Claudio show a passion for locally sourced products and a real desire to support quality and craftsmanship within the food and beverage industry. Our product is a perfect fit and we are excited to hear guest feedback” said Katrina Rosser, co-founder of Revelry Spirits.

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