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Conniption Kinship Gin

92 Proof | 46% ALC by VOL | 750 ML

1

aroma, taste, & finish ⓘ

Conniption American Dry Gin

88 Proof | 44% ALC by VOL | 750 ML

1

aroma, taste, & finish ⓘ

Conniption Navy Strength Gin

114 Proof | 57% ALC by VOL | 750 ML

1

aroma, taste, & finish ⓘ

1000+ Gin Lovers Have Spoken

You had me at Kinship!
Beautiful cocktails

You had me at Kinship! Wow what an experience. This is truly THE GIN to drink. The taste is exceptional. Fun to experiment with different layers of color. Makes the most outstanding and eye catching cocktails. Impress your friends and family. Be sure to use Conniption Kinship in your favorite gin cocktail.

PBK

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A million stars!

Five isn’t nearly enough. American Dry turned me into a gin drinker! Perfect for summer (and winter, and spring..), delicious in every kind cocktail and with every flavor of mixer. Drink some...you won’t regret it. Until maybe the next morning.

Steph

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I loved Conniption American Dry and then Kinship
was born.

I loved American Dry but then Kinship made its debut. It has an amazing finish and the way it changes colors is awesome. It has become my go to Conniption. You must give it a try.


William G.

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My favorite hospitality gift

After first tasting Conniption a couple of years ago, I have hauled it cross-country and overseas (and that bottle is heavy) to thank my hosts and show off this outstanding gin. Friends in Scotland (and partners in a distillery there, no less!) still email me to let me know when they are treating themselves to another dram. I'm very proud of this home-town creation.

Julie J.

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So good that it was stolen from my apartment

This stuff is so amazing that the moving company I used this past week stole an entire bottle from my apartment. Definitely worth buying 2+ at a time in case this scenario happens to you as well!

Bryce G.

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You had me at Kinship!
Beautiful cocktails

You had me at Kinship! Wow what an experience. This is truly THE GIN to drink. The taste is exceptional. Fun to experiment with different layers of color. Makes the most outstanding and eye catching cocktails. Impress your friends and family. Be sure to use Conniption Kinship in your favorite gin cocktail.

PBK

Verified Purchase

A million stars!

Five isn’t nearly enough. American Dry turned me into a gin drinker! Perfect for summer (and winter, and spring..), delicious in every kind cocktail and with every flavor of mixer. Drink some...you won’t regret it. Until maybe the next morning.

Steph

Verified Purchase

I loved Conniption American Dry and then Kinship
was born.

I loved American Dry but then Kinship made its debut. It has an amazing finish and the way it changes colors is awesome. It has become my go to Conniption. You must give it a try.


William G.

Verified Purchase

My favorite hospitality gift

After first tasting Conniption a couple of years ago, I have hauled it cross-country and overseas (and that bottle is heavy) to thank my hosts and show off this outstanding gin. Friends in Scotland (and partners in a distillery there, no less!) still email me to let me know when they are treating themselves to another dram. I'm very proud of this home-town creation.

Julie J.

Verified Purchase

So good that it was stolen from my apartment

This stuff is so amazing that the moving company I used this past week stole an entire bottle from my apartment. Definitely worth buying 2+ at a time in case this scenario happens to you as well!

Bryce G.

Verified Purchase

King of Navy

Best navy strength gin I've ever had! so complex, so simple. The only problem is I can't even buy a bottle. Life is cruel, unless you have access to this, then life is great and I'm jealous.

Gian

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Lovely!

I’m quickly became a huge fan of this gin after it was recommended to me. It has great flavor & mixes well with other subtle flavors. Also love the curbside pickup! Always happy to support local! Thanks for doing what you do. You do it well!

Amy

Verified Purchase

The best!

First, if you're local or in the area do the tour to understand the process. Yes the florals, but it's all about the low temperature distillation process.

Second, everything they produce is great but I particularly like the Navy Strength gin. The funny thing is I've NEVER liked gin my whole life. This stuff I sip neat, it's THAT GOOD!

Scott C.

Verified Purchase

Best Gin & local

I just recently found my love for gin. I have had some other brands and thought they were good. Then I found Conniption from Durham Distillery and O. M. G. it’s incredible. So much flavor and spice notes. Perfect drink is conniption with a splash of tonic. Thanks for making a legit product.

Kyle

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King of Navy

Best navy strength gin I've ever had! so complex, so simple. The only problem is I can't even buy a bottle. Life is cruel, unless you have access to this, then life is great and I'm jealous.

Gian

Verified Purchase

Lovely!

I’m quickly became a huge fan of this gin after it was recommended to me. It has great flavor & mixes well with other subtle flavors. Also love the curbside pickup! Always happy to support local! Thanks for doing what you do. You do it well!

Amy

Verified Purchase

The best!

First, if you're local or in the area do the tour to understand the process. Yes the florals, but it's all about the low temperature distillation process.

Second, everything they produce is great but I particularly like the Navy Strength gin. The funny thing is I've NEVER liked gin my whole life. This stuff I sip neat, it's THAT GOOD!

Scott C.

Verified Purchase

Best Gin & local

I just recently found my love for gin. I have had some other brands and thought they were good. Then I found Conniption from Durham Distillery and O. M. G. it’s incredible. So much flavor and spice notes. Perfect drink is conniption with a splash of tonic. Thanks for making a legit product.

Kyle

Verified Purchase

COCKTAIL INSPIRATIONS

Ingredients

• 2 oz Conniption Kinship Gin

• 2 oz Fever-tree Elderflower Tonic

• Recommended Garnishes: Lemon, Mint, Strawberries, Blackberries

DIRECTIONS

1. Pour Conniption Kinship Gin over ice and add Tonic.

2. Add your choice of Spanish-style garnishes to your glass.

3. Enjoy!

DIRECTIONS

1. Pour Conniption Kinship Gin over ice and add Tonic.

2. Add your choice of Spanish-style garnishes to your glass.

3. Enjoy!

Ingredients

• 2 oz Conniption Kinship Gin

• 2 oz Fever-tree Elderflower Tonic

• Recommended Garnishes: Lemon, Mint, Strawberries, Blackberries

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Know The Difference

Three bottles of Conniption Gin in various styles and colors.

Contemporary Gin

Juniper, plus unique botanicals like honeysuckle flowers, cucumber, citrus, cardamom, licorice root

Unique two-step process: Traditional botanicals vapor-infused, cucumber, honeysuckle, and citrus cold vacuum distilled

Softer, more balanced with citrus and floral notes alongside juniper

Contemporary Style Gin (flexible production methods, flavor profiles)

American gin - emphasizes unique botanicals, approachable flavor

Botanical Profile

Distillation Method

Flavor Balance

Style Classification

Regional Influence

Three bottles of London Dry Gin from Tanqueray, Beefeater, and Bombay Sapphire brands.

Contemporary Gin

Primarily juniper

Single distillation

Intense juniper-forward flavor

London Dry Gin
(strict regulations)

Traditional gin style

Welcome to Conniption Gin - The Spirit of Disruption!

Welcome to Conniption Gin - The Spirit of Disruption!

In 2013, we set out to shake up the gin world from our home base in Durham, NC. Forget the old rules - we're here to rewrite them. At Durham Distillery, we've dared to combine cutting-edge science with artisanal craft, creating a gin that defies expectations.

Using revolutionary vacuum cold distillation, we've captured flavors others can't touch. The result? America's highest awarded gin that's turning heads and changing minds.

We're not just making gin; we're challenging what gin can be. Every bottle of Conniption is a bold statement against the ordinary, a toast to those who dare to be different.

Whether you're a gin rebel or a curious newcomer, join our revolution. Taste the difference that comes from questioning everything and settling for nothing less than extraordinary.

Let's raise a glass to the future of gin!

Boldly forward,

Melissa Katrincic

Co-founder and Disruptor-in-Chief, Durham Distillery

Woman pouring gin behind a bar with various bottles on shelves.

FAQs

WHAT IS GIN?

Gin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that derives its predominant flavor from juniper berries (Juniperus communis). From classic to contemporary styles, gin is celebrated for its botanical versatility, allowing for a wide range of flavor profiles.

Similarity: Both gin and vodka are unaged spirits that serve as the base of the majority of cocktails worldwide.

Difference: Gin must contain juniper berries. However, juniper is only one of many botanicals that a gin can include.

Gin is the original flavored vodka.

Vodka, on the other hand, is known for its neutrality and not having any flavor.

Traditional gin distillation involves redistilling neutral grain alcohol with botanicals, with juniper berries as the primary flavor. This process can vary, from steeping the botanicals in the alcohol before distillation, to passing the alcohol vapor through the botanicals.

Classic gin: juniper-forward with a clean, neutral base.

Contemporary style gin: features juniper but prioritized how juniper works with, and is complemented by other botanicals to build rich flavor profiles and a gin’s character.

London dry gin: a traditional style where all flavors are imparted during distillation. It does not need to be made in the U.K..

Old tom gin: a historically sweetened or botanically rich style.

Navy Strength Gin : overproof gin with a minimum ABV of 57%.

Sloe gin: a gin-based liqueur flavored with sloe berries.

Compound gin: flavors are imparted through maceration rather than distillation.

Color-changing gin: changes color when tonic or citrus is added.

Gin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that derives its predominant flavor from juniper berries (Juniperus communis). From classic to contemporary styles, gin is celebrated for its botanical versatility, allowing for a wide range of flavor profiles.

Cold distillation uses low temperatures in a vacuum to distill the gin or its botanicals, preserving the delicate botanical flavors that might be destroyed by heat in traditional distillation processes.

Similar to macerated gin, compound gin sees its botanicals, including juniper, imparted through maceration rather than distillation. However, the main difference is that the liquid is not redistilled. It’s also known as “Bathtub Gin.”

Macerated gin involves first infusing the base spirit with botanicals allowing the flavors to impart directly into the liquid and then redistilling.

In vapor infusion, botanicals are placed in a basket (or in the case of Conniption Gin, a custom vapor tray), through which the alcohol vapor passes during distillation, capturing the essence and flavors of the botanicals more delicately.

There are several reasons that gin can seem intimidating to those who are new to the world of spirits. Firstly, the juniper led flavor profile can be complex and distinct, which differs significantly from the neutral taste of vodka or sweet familiarity of run. This complexity, while cherished by enthusiasts, can be challenging for newcomers to navigate.

Additionally, gin's rich history and the plethora of styles, from London Dry to Navy Strength and beyond, contribute to its perceived intimidation. Each style has its own character and recommended use in cocktails, which can seem overwhelming to those just beginning their gin journey.

Moreover, gin is a cornerstone in many classic cocktails that require a specific balance of flavors. The art of mixing a perfect gin cocktail, like a Martini or Negroni, carries a certain prestige and skill level, adding to the spirit's daunting reputation.

However, this intimidation factor also makes gin a fascinating spirit to explore. Its diversity encourages experimentation, inviting both new and seasoned drinkers to discover their preferences through tasting different gins and cocktail creations. The key to overcoming the intimidation is education and exploration, allowing one to appreciate gin's versatility and unique flavor profiles.

The Gin Guild is a prestigious organization dedicated to the promotion and protection of gin's heritage and innovation globally. Originating from the historical practices of London's gin distillers, it acts as a unifying body for those in the gin industry—ranging from master distillers of renowned brands to small artisan producers. The Guild's mission is to enhance the appreciation of gin, from its production to its rich history. It achieves this through setting quality standards, facilitating knowledge sharing and education via seminars and tastings, and encouraging innovation within the industry. Membership in the Gin Guild is considered a mark of distinction, symbolizing a commitment to the craft and quality of gin. By representing gin at international events and fostering a collaborative community, the Gin Guild plays a crucial role in the spirit's global presence and future development.

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Three bottles of Conniption gin: Navy Strength, American Dry, and Kinship.

Go Ahead. Have a Conniption.