MATCHBOOK A LAND OF MUSES GIN 750ML

Matchbook “A Land of Muses” Gin 750 mL

• Tasting / Profile
   • Crafted by Matchbook Distilling in Greenport, NY using a corn-based neutral spirit and a unique focus on botanicals—including Albanian juniper as the largest botanical by volume. 
   • Distinct nose: the producer highlights “kasu shōchū (refemented rice from Brooklyn’s Kura Sake) really steals the show on the nose—reminiscent of almond Joys and a tropical fruit salad.”
   • Flavour profile: juniper-led, with bright herbs like lemongrass and lemon balm (grown locally) and orchard-fruit/almond undertones from the rice spirit. Bottled at 40% ABV / 80 proof. 

• Menu Versatility
   • Neat or large-rock pour: serve as a standout sipping gin for guests looking for something beyond the typical London Dry.
   • Premium Gin & Tonic: pair with a top-tier tonic and fresh lemon balm or lemongrass garnish to amplify the botanical heritage.
   • Signature builds: use as the base for a “Muses Martini” or herbaceous gin cocktail—menu highlight for craft-forward venues.
   • Gin flight anchor: position this alongside a classic gin and a flavored gin to showcase breadth and craft.

• Operational Efficiency
   • Standard 750 mL bottle fits existing back-bar shelving, speed-rails and inventory systems.
   • 40% ABV — aligns with typical gin pour protocols and simplifies cost calculations.
   • Distinct story and label help drive guest recognition and bartender buy-in; small-batch artisan profile aids turnover.
   • Since it’s craft and premium, consider limited inventory layers to avoid slow stock.

• Profit Potential
   • Positioned as a premium gin → allows higher by-the-glass pricing and strong margin.
   • Use as an upgrade option (“swap your standard gin for our craft gin”) to increase check average.
   • Promote its origin and botanical story in cocktail menus or pairings to drive guest interest.
   • Leverage as a social-media or experiential pour (e.g., “Muses Martini” feature) to attract repeat guests.

rice-spirit depth and bright herbs from Long Island; juniper-forward, orchard-honey undertone, 40% ABV.