Flora in Love - A Bright & Blossoming Cocktail with Art Deco Gin

A Cocktail That Blooms With Every Sip

Some cocktails feel like a moment of sunshine — light, joyful, fragrant, and quietly beautiful. Flora in Love is exactly that kind of drink. It’s en elevated gin and tonic celebrating florals, stone fruit, citrus, and the effortlessly elegant structure of Rothwell Distillery’s Art Deco Gin.

This cocktail takes inspiration from the gardens and wild botanicals that surround the Mt Rothwell Homestead in Little River. Just as the landscape shifts with the seasons, Flora in Love captures a sense of freshness and gentle sweetness that feels both romantic and revitalising.

Balanced, fragrant, and refreshingly light, it’s the perfect drink for warm afternoons, outdoor gatherings, and anyone who appreciates a fruit-forward cocktail without heaviness or excess sweetness.

The Gin Behind the Bloom: Rothwell Distillery’s Art Deco Gin

Distilled on-site at the historical Mt Rothwell Homestead, Art Deco Gin reflects the refinement and bold creativity of the early 20th-century Art Deco era. Elegantly structured and crafted in a classic London Dry style, it offers a familiar, timeless base enriched with botanicals grown on the property itself.

Rothwell Distillery’s paddock-to-bottle philosophy means the botanicals are not just locally sourced — they’re grown mere metres from the stills. This deeply rooted connection to the land comes through in the gin’s:

• Crisp, clean juniper foundation
• Refined botanical balance inspired by Australian natives
• Approachable, elegant flavour profile perfect for versatile cocktail mixing
• Classic London Dry structure with a modern, local touch

In Flora in Love, the gin acts as the anchor — grounding the sweetness of apricot and the brightness of lemon with a crisp, refreshing finish.

What Flora in Love Tastes Like

This cocktail is delicate, fruit-forward and beautifully refreshing. Its profile is:

• Lightly floral from the botanicals in Art Deco Gin
• Softly sweet and fruity from the apricot liqueur
• Bright and zesty with lemon juice lifting the palate
• Effervescent and refreshing thanks to the tonic water topper
• Beautifully balanced with a simple syrup that rounds out the acidity

Think of it as a spring garden in a glass — gentle, uplifting, and perfect for slow sipping.

Occasions Made for Flora in Love

With its bright, blossoming flavours, Flora in Love shines in moments such as:

Warm afternoon gatherings

A refreshing serve ideal for outdoor lunches, picnics and long afternoons in the sun.

Celebrations & special events

Its delicate look and flavour make it perfect for weddings, bridal showers, garden parties and milestone moments.

Light, fruit-loving palates

Ideal for those who prefer gentle sweetness, floral aromatics, and cocktails that feel bright rather than strong.

Fans of Australian craft spirits

Flora in Love showcases Art Deco Gin in a fresh, modern way — perfect for exploring the gin’s versatility.

Flora in Love — Recipe

Ingredients

• 45ml Rothwell Distillery Art Deco Gin with peas flower (see below)
• 15ml Apricot Liqueur
• 22.5ml Lemon Juice
• 7.5ml Simple Syrup
• Strangelove Coastal Tonic Water to top
• Ice
• Garnish: Edible flowers or a thin lemon slice

Method

1. To make bluye gin, steep 2 Thai Butterfly Pea Flowers per 100mL gin overnight. This will turn the gin a deep ultramarine blue.
2. Add gin, apricot liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a shaker with ice.
3. Shake briefly to chill and combine.
4. Strain into a chilled highball or stemless glass filled with ice.
5. Top with tonic water.
   
6. Garnish with edible flowers or a lemon slice for a vibrant finish.

A Toast to Freshness, Florals & the Spirit of Rothwell

Flora in Love captures the softer side of Art Deco Gin — floral, fresh and effortlessly drinkable. It’s a cocktail that invites you to slow down, enjoy the moment, and savour the beautiful botanicals grown and distilled at Rothwell Distillery.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon, this cocktail brings a touch of elegance and sunshine to every sip.