Ben Lomond Gin, the Official Gin of The Open, has released a limited-edition London Dry gin inspired by Royal Birkdale ahead of The 154th Open in July. The release continues a tradition that began when the brand first partnered with The Open in 2023.
What’s in the Bottle
Distilled in a classic London Dry style and bottled at 43% ABV, the gin is built around botanicals foraged from Royal Birkdale’s links environment, including blackcurrant berries, wild chamomile and sorrel. Those sit alongside a broader botanical bill of juniper, coriander seeds, orris root, cassia bark, Szechuan peppercorns, whole oranges, liquorice root and angelica root.
The brand describes the flavour profile as bright and juniper-forward on the palate, with orange zest, sweet spices and juicy blackcurrant, finishing sweet, fruity and refreshing with a lingering light spice.
Royal Birkdale Connection
Royal Birkdale will host The Open for the 11th time when championship play runs from 16 to 19 July. Ben Lomond says the course’s exposed coastal terrain, salt air and shifting conditions shaped both the choice of foraged botanicals and the character of the finished spirit.
“Each Open Special Edition is designed to celebrate not just the Championship, but the unique landscape and heritage of its host venue,” said Andy Jack, Head of Marketing at Loch Lomond Group.
The bottle itself features a bespoke screen-printed finish with geometric illustrations that combine The Open’s iconography, Royal Birkdale’s natural elements and the botanicals used in the gin.
Where to Buy
Priced at £32 RRP, the Open Special Edition 2026 is available now online and at the newly opened Luss Distillery in Scotland, the home of Ben Lomond Gin, located on the banks of Loch Lomond. The distillery and visitor centre are open daily.
The bottle will also be on sale at Royal Birkdale during Open week. Spectators can visit the Ben Lomond Gin Garden within the hospitality area, which will feature a curated range of serves showcasing the brand’s wider range.
Partnership History
Ben Lomond Gin became the first Official Gin of The Open in 2023, marking the partnership with a special release for The 151st Open at Royal Liverpool. The brand, produced by the Loch Lomond Group, launched in 2019 and won a Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2024.
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