Navy Strength gin gets its name from the Royal Navy's old test: if the spirit was strong enough to ignite gunpowder when spilled, it was fit for the fleet. At 57% ABV, Navigator passes that test with ease — and then some.

Inspired by the Pacific and the traditions of gin's seafaring past, Navigator is Papaiti's boldest expression. The botanical base is powerful and purposeful: juniper, coriander seed, angelica root, and liquorice root form the backbone, layered with fresh orange and a striking maritime edge of kelp and mineral crushed oyster shell — botanicals that genuinely evoke the ocean. Coconut and grains of paradise finish with depth and warmth, adding an exotic Pacific character that ties the whole story together.

On the palate, juniper leads with intensity, followed by bright citrus and a bracing oceanic character that's unlike anything in a standard gin. Bold, complex, and built for those who want more from their glass.

Over-strength gins hold up exceptionally well in cocktails — the botanical intensity never gets lost, no matter what you mix it with.

Serve

Neat or over ice for the full oceanic experience. In a G&T with a light, dry tonic and a garnish of orange peel or a strip of dried kelp. Exceptional in a Martini, Negroni, or any cocktail that benefits from a bold, maritime-forward base.

Details

• Distillery: Papaiti, Whanganui, New Zealand
• Style: Navy Strength Gin
• Key Botanicals: Juniper, coriander, angelica, liquorice root, orange, kelp, crushed oyster shell, coconut, grains of paradise
• ABV: 57%
• Volume: 700ml
• Suitable for vegans