Gin
Rarner Gin
CHF 30
View BottleCinnamon: Winter, Distilled
Few spices conjure images as instantly as cinnamon: Advent, a warm kitchen, long evenings. In Hiemalis we distil exactly that feeling.
Why cinnamon works in gin
Cinnamon brings sweetish warmth without sugar — ideal for a distillate. In the still its essential oils join juniper and citrus into an aroma reminiscent of pastry while staying dry.
Combined with cloves, allspice and orange it creates the classic winter profile — the foundation of our Hiemalis.
Cinnamon in Hiemalis
Hiemalis — Latin for “wintry” — carries cinnamon in its very concept. It leads the spice ensemble while hibiscus adds acidity and lavender fragrance. A gin for the cold months that also surprises as a summer aperitif.
Serve it in a tonic with an orange twist — or gently warmed with apple juice as a winter punch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Hiemalis taste like Christmas biscuits?
It evokes them but remains a dry gin: the cinnamon warmth needs no sweetness — juniper and citrus keep the profile fresh.
Can Hiemalis be drunk warm?
Yes — gently warmed with apple juice or in a hot gin punch, cinnamon and cloves unfold fully. Do not boil, just warm.
Is cinnamon gin only for winter?
No — in a tonic with plenty of ice and orange, Hiemalis works all year. The spices then act like an aromatic bitters accent.