Scapegrace Black Gin Small Batch

Scapegrace Black Gin Small Batch is a bold New Zealand gin distinguished by its striking natural black color — a small-batch expression that pushes traditional gin distillation into dramatic, avant-garde territory while keeping a juniper-led backbone.

From Scapegrace, the New Zealand distillery known for its innovative approach, Black is a small-batch gin whose deep black hue comes from natural botanicals such as aronia berry, butterfly pea, sweet potato, and saffron. Beyond the dramatic color, it remains a characterful, juniper-forward gin built for striking cocktails.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Juniper with dark berry and aromatic spice
• Palate: Bold and smooth — juniper, dark fruit, and gentle spice
• Finish: Clean and dry

Specs

• Brand: Scapegrace
• Style: New Zealand Gin — naturally black, small batch
• Color: Natural black from botanicals (e.g. aronia berry, butterfly pea, saffron)
• Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Scapegrace Black gin black?

Its deep black color comes from natural botanicals such as aronia berry, butterfly pea, sweet potato, and saffron — no artificial coloring.

Does the color change in cocktails?

Like many naturally pigmented gins, the color can shift toward purple or lighter tones when mixed with acidic or tonic mixers, making for striking presentation.

How should I serve it?

Excellent in a Gin & Tonic for visual drama, or in a Martini where its juniper-forward character leads.