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Bellarine Distillery Bear & The Koalas Gin

Ultimately, a citrus-dominated profile; it's difficult to overlook the strong lemon-scented gum. Notoriously intense on the nose, the bold gum is so laser focused that it pushes past, encompassing the aroma and turning an often divisive botanical into a transportive flavour. At such a concentration, the nuance of the lemon gum begins to reveal itself, with wisps of minty eucalypt that produce an acutely fresh aroma. On the palate, the gum lingers a moment longer before yielding to the other botanicals. A dynamic ambience of warm juniper and well-rounded supporting flavours, leaning gently toward spice, completes the picture of a well-thought-out and well-shaped spirit. It offers an enjoyable conjunction between classic, rounded gin flavour and more modern Australian styles.

Jess Clayfield

Published 11 February 2026

Spirit Information

Distillery City
Spirit Type
Gin
Profile
Style
Release Year
2025
Halliday Rating
93/100
Price when Tasted
AUD $96.00
Date when tasted
03 Dec 2025
Alcohol
47 %
Closure
Natural cork
Bottle Size
700ml
Age
NAS
Serving Suggestions
Mix with soda or Indian tonic or in cocktails such as the Tom Collins, Clover Club, White Negroni.