Distilled in Kingston upon Thames, London Bone Dry Gin combines classic heritage with a modern twist. Built on a bold juniper backbone, it opens with vibrant citrus aromas before settling into subtle spice and an exceptionally clean, dry finish. Inspired by the charm of “Arty D,” this 40% ABV small-batch gin offers dynamic depth whether served in a premium G&T or stirred into fine cocktails.
Blushing Pink Gin is an understated, elegant spirit distilled with character and flair. Aromas of ripe raspberries and fresh florals give way to a palate of subtle sweetness, bright juniper, and a glint of pink pepper spice. Bottled at 40% ABV, this sophisticated 70cl gin delivers a refined fruit-and-spice profile that elevates highballs and cocktail creations alike.
Matured for three months in reclaimed Scotch whisky casks, Bone Idyll Barrel-Aged Gin is a rich, smoky revelation. It opens with aromas of warm oak and vanilla, unfolding on the palate with smooth malt undertones, classic juniper, and a long finish. At 45% ABV, this rebellious cask-aged gin is uniquely satisfying whether enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or stirred into a Negroni.
Represented by the Carnival Queen, Bone Idyll Botanical Rum is crafted for wilful wanderlusters seeking exotic flair. Bottled at 43% ABV, this small-batch Kingston creation opens with aromas of bright citrus and tropical florals. The palate reveals a smooth balance of subtle cane sweetness, lively botanical notes, and a gentle warming spice finish. Enjoy neat, over ice, or topped with ginger ale for a refreshing highball.
Tailored for rock tzars, Bone Idyll Vodka is a headline act that delivers a flawless performance every time. Small-batch distilled in copper stills along the Kingston riverside, this 40% ABV spirit boasts an exceptionally clean aroma and a velvet-smooth mouthfeel. Pure, crisp, and beautifully balanced, it offers subtle mineral undertones that shine in a dry martini or mixed into vibrant highballs.
Bone Idyll Aged Rum fuses Guyana’s deep funky bassline with the lighter, brighter tones of Barbados and the Dominican Republic. Enticing aromas of dark caramel and toasted oak lead to a rich palate layered with vanilla, molasses, and warm baking spices. Smooth and full-bodied, this rock-steady rum is as satisfying served neat or on the rocks as it is stirred into classic rum cocktails.
Bone Idyll Spirits fuses community-rooted ownership, bartender-led innovation, and rebellious craft heritage into an unmistakable liquid identity. Established alongside fifty local investor-ambassadors, our Kingston distillery combines traditional copper-still craftsmanship with adventurous flavor profiles and irreverent aesthetic design. Every small-batch pour honors classic distillation techniques while boldly advancing contemporary spirit culture for discerning drinkers
Bone Idyll Spirits was born out of a relentless passion for hospitality, creative expression, and unyielding community spirit1. Founded in June 2022 by husband, and-wife restaurateurs Sam and Alex Berry, the brand represents a daring evolution in British craft spirits. Having established acclaimed culinary venues across South West London, including No. 97, Cento Uno, and The Hideaway in Surbiton, the duo faced the unprecedented challenges of the 2020 pandemic lockdowns by focusing their energy on a long-standing passion project: liquid creation. Rejecting traditional institutional finance and impersonal crowdfunding portals, Sam and Alex turned directly to their local patrons. Within just three weeks, 50 local residents invested £500,000, creating a 100% community-funded distillery and embedding brand advocacy directly into the company’s foundational DNA.
Located on the riverbank at Water Lane in Kingston upon Thames, Bone Idyll operates a vibrant hybrid venue comprising a working micro-distillery, an intimate cocktail bar, and an interactive gin school. At the core of the distillation operation sit two custom 100-litre copper and steel stills, engineered to craft small batches of exceptional gin, vodka, and rum. Every recipe is informed by decades of frontline bartending experience, resulting in liquid profiles engineered for superior mixology and neat sipping alike. Standout creations include the London Bone Dry Gin, the spice-laden Blushing Pink Gin, and an innovative Barrel-Aged Gin matured for three months in reclaimed Scotch whisky casks to impart complex oak and vanilla tones.
Visual identity forms an integral dimension of the Bone Idyll philosophy. Blending period drama elegance with raw punk energy, the brand’s packaging features whimsical, reimagined Old Master portraits, such as Arty D, Rollo Stone, and The Carnival Queen, each symbolizing the distinct character of the spirit inside. Grounded in the guiding motto, “Respect the past, look to the future, live in the moment,” Bone Idyll Spirits seamlessly merges artisanal heritage with modern street culture. Through its immersive hands-on gin school and lively neighborhood bar, Bone Idyll invites patrons to become active co-creators in a thrilling, ongoing craft spirits movement.