$159.00
Monnox End 24ct Gold Flake Gin
Distilled with precision and clarity, is infused with a selection of hand-picked botanicals that flourish in the same soil that once yielded gold. The infusion of 24ct gold flakes into each bottle not only enhances its visual appeal but also pays homage to the valley’s lustrous history. This gin offers a refreshing burst of floral and citrus notes, making it perfect for a sophisticated cocktail or a celebratory toast to the past.
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Description
Inspired By
125th anniversary Segenhoe Mine Collapse
Year
1837 – 1921
Crimes
Theft. Confidence Schemes. Racketeering. Resisting Arrest
Spirit
Gin
Distilled
Gold Flake
In Monnox End, where fortunes were spun from whispers of gold and deceit under the sun, she wove her tales with a siren’s grace, enchanting all within that frenzied place
In the shadow of the 1898 Segenhoe mine collapse, a tale of cunning and survival unfolded that would forever mark the history of Monnox End. Amidst the rubble of lost livelihoods and shattered dreams, a resourceful widow saw an opportunity to reshape her destiny. With her late husband’s tragic death serving as an unforeseen catalyst, she remarried a corpulent, unsuspecting man, setting the stage for one of the most audacious deceptions of the era.
Employing a mix of stolen gold flakes and brass buckle shavings, she masterfully created the illusion of a bountiful gold vein within the nearby whinze. As news of this ‘discovery’ spread, Monnox End became a magnet for fortune seekers, igniting a frenzy that transformed the sleepy settlement into a bustling hub of activity. But while prospectors dug greedily into the earth, it was the widow’s own exploits that captivated and scandalized the community. Known for her insatiable appetite for life and unapologetic indulgence in revelry, she became a figure of intrigue and notoriety.
Her machinations came to a head when her new husband, driven by jealousy and suspicion of her intentions, accused her of fraud and public indecency in a desperate attempt to curtail her influence. However, the community, more enamored with her charm than persuaded by her husband’s claims, suspected he might be hoarding a real fortune for himself. The tension culminated tragically when he was found lifeless, hanging from an ancient bluegum tree—a stark reminder of the perilous balance between greed and justice in the gold rush era.
Leaden Hearts Monnox End 24ct. Gold Flake Gin is an homage to the widow’s audacious spirit. Infused with 24ct gold flakes, each bottle captures the essence of her bold legacy—triple distilled for purity and shimmering with the allure of a meticulously crafted illusion. This gin not only embodies the rich flavors of its historical backdrop but also serves as a testament to the enduring human spirit, celebrating those who dare to forge their own path amidst chaos and opportunity.
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