Pomp & Whimsy isn't a London Dry, and it isn't trying to be. It's a gin liqueur: gin re-distilled with botanicals, then bottled with a touch of sweetness and a softer ABV. The category is small. The few brands doing it well are doing something the regular gin shelf can't.

Why we brought it in

Costa Rica's gin market is dominated by the classics. There's nothing wrong with that. But when a host wants to make something light, floral, slightly sweet, a porch cocktail at golden hour, Pomp & Whimsy is the bottle that gets reached for. Lychee, jasmine, elderflower, citrus on the nose. Soft, expressive, made for soda and a long lemon twist.

How it drinks

- In a Collins: 1 oz, lemon, soda. Done. The botanicals carry the drink. - In a spritz: equal parts gin liqueur and sparkling wine, splash of soda. - On the rocks: yes, really. Big cube, lemon peel, sit on a porch.

Where to buy

Available nationwide via Costa Spirits. Order from our products page or call +506 8506-5999. Same-day delivery in the Central Valley, next-day to the coasts.

Pair it with our Pomp & Whimsy Collins recipe, five-minute build, perfect for the heat.