Bareksten Navy Strength Gin
From: Bareksten Spirits
Navy strength is the term for a gin that’s at least 57% ABV. The history of this style stretches back to the 18th century, when gin was stored on British Navy ships next to the gunpowder.
If the gin spilt and got into the gunpowder, then the higher proof would ensure that the gunpowder still exploded.
ABV: | 58% |
Serve: | For a Martini fit for a hardened sailor, try mixing 7 cl Bareksten Navy Strength Gin (frozen) with a few drops of dry vermouth directly into a frozen martini glass with added zest of a lemon and/or a green olive. |
Website: | www.barekstenspirits.com |
Botanicals used in Bareksten Navy Strength Gin
Further information

Bareksten Spirits
Distilled at Osscraft Distillery in Bergen, Norway, indigenous herbs and wild berries are at the heart of Bareksten. The spirits are potato based, making for a smooth mouthfeel, and distilled Read more

Oss Craft Distillery
In the mighty Norwegian forests where sunlight rarely penetrates. In lonely landscapes inhabited only by the ‘Hulder’ wood nymphs, who live below ground surrounded by the roots of old oaks. This is where Bareksten takes its inspiration from. Nordic, natural and organic ingredients form the basis for its unique flavours.

Stig Bareksten, Oss Craft Distillery
Inspired by Norwegian folklore, Bareksten Gin has burst on to the international market after winning a double gold medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Production of its trademark botanical gin has increased five-fold in 2018. The Gin Guild caught up with founder and figurehead Stig Bareksten to find out more about his future plans and the Norwegian gin Read more