My Doctor Keeps Trying to Prove My Daily Gin Habit Is Unhealthy.
“My doctor keeps trying to prove my daily gin habit is unhealthy. The blood tests keep disagreeing.”
As a former cosmetic chemist turned distiller, I find the conversation around alcohol and health far more nuanced than most headlines suggest.
A few reflections on moderation, science, and why craftsmanship changes how we think about spirits.
Red Juniper or Black Juniper
Red vs black juniper explained. Discover why Conrad uses organic Bulgarian red junipers for softer pine, pepper lift and refined gin balance.
Tapping into Thirsty Thursdays
As hybrid work reshapes the traditional workweek, Thursdays are fast becoming the new social hotspot. With more professionals clocking off early and skipping the Friday commute, #thursdaydrinks #3dayweekend
Strong but Smooth – Navy Strength Gin
It takes time to distill a gin that can be savoured like whiskey.. The Power and Precision Behind Conrad’s Navy Strength ‘Sidecar’ Gin
“As one guest put it, ‘This Navy Strength is strong but smooth.’ But it was William — affectionately known as *The Taste Master* — who captured it best: ‘Like Arnold Swedsnizer after exfoliating.’ A bold and muscle-bound spirit, polished and refined. That contrast is exactly what *Sidecar* delivers — intensity without abrasiveness, and strength with surprising elegance.”
“Fueling Up for Gin Batch 15 – Body, Meet Botanicals!”
Discover why essential nutrients like vitamins B1, B2, B6, folic acid, magnesium, potassium, and zinc matter for distillers and how proper preparation can keep your palate sharp, your liver supported, and your production days strong.
Choose Triple Pot Distillation
At Conrad Distillery, we’ve deliberately chosen to employ triple pot distillation, a technique synonymous with the esteemed tradition of Irish whiskey production, versus having three or more chambers within the Stil.