ISCO Patina Gin 750ml

The juniper notes are really well-balanced against the other botanicals, making for a smooth sip even neat. I've been using it in martinis and it elevates the whole drink. Definitely lives up to the staff pick hype.

The patina on the bottle gives it a cool, aged look that stands out on my shelf, and the local Rhode Island craft really comes through in the taste. It’s smooth enough to sip neat but still has that classic gin bite I want in a martini.

Opened this bottle expecting just another local gin, but the nose alone pulled me in—there's a smooth, layered complexity that carries through neat and doesn't get lost with tonic. The 750ml size feels generous for the price, and it's quickly become my go-to for a quiet Friday pour.