A Rock Legend’s Take on a London Dry
Batch Distillery is proud to present one of its most daring and distinctive collaborations yet: Methylated Gin, a bold London Dry created in partnership with legendary British musician and artist Tim Staffell.
Crafted in small batches with precision and character, Methylated Gin is a celebration of rebellion, refinement, and rock ‘n’ roll roots. It’s a spirit that doesn’t just stand out on the shelf it tells a story.
The Taste of Methylated Gin: Crisp, Citrus-Led and Classic
Don’t let the name fool you Methylated Gin is anything but rough around the edges.
This is a clean, crisp London Dry that leans heavily into tradition, with a high juniper content giving it a bold pine-forward backbone. But what sets it apart is the unmistakable brightness from lemongrass and dried citrus peel adding an invigorating, zesty top note that dances across the palate.
Smooth, dry, and confidently aromatic, this gin is designed for classic cocktails like the G&T, Negroni, or Martini but is equally satisfying served neat over ice.
Why “Methylated”?
The name Methylated Gin is a tongue-in-cheek nod to old-school counterculture and gritty rock heritage, a subtle rebellion wrapped in refinement. It captures the contradiction that defines both the spirit and the man behind it: Tim Staffell.
Meet the Maker: Tim Staffell
If you’re a fan of British rock, you might know Tim Staffell as the original frontman and bassist for Smile, the band that would eventually evolve into Queen. Alongside Brian May and Roger Taylor, Tim helped lay the foundations of one of the most iconic rock acts in history. When he stepped away from the band in 1970, a young Freddie Mercury stepped in… and the rest, as they say, is legend.
But Tim’s creative career didn’t stop there.
