137 Distillery

Lumber's Bartholomew Gin was launched in 2018 by Pete Lumber, Landlord of The Newbury Pub located in the centre of Newbury in Berkshire, at 137 Bartholomew Street. In 2018, 137 Gin Distillery was built onto the back of the pub and is named after the pub's street number, while the gin takes its name from a combination of Pete's surname and the pub's street name.

Lumber's Bartholomew Berkshire Dry Gin

  • ABV: 43% (Base Spirit: Grain)
  • Botanicals: 10 including juniper, cloves, orris root, cardamom, cassia bark, lemon peel, orange peel, coriander seeds, white pepper.
  • Tasting Notes: Aromatic, earthy and woody on the nose, with juniper and citrus. Dry and warming on the palate with juniper, woody notes and zesty citrus. A warming, long finish with citrus peels, pepper and spice.
  • Serving Suggestions: Gin & Tonic with a garnish of Lemon or Lime.
  • Buy: (£40 - £45) direct from 137 Distillery
The Gin Guide Review: Lumber's Bartholomew Berkshire Dry Gin brings juniper and traditional gin botanicals to the fore, with bold low notes and aromatic woody character from cassia bark, cardamom and juniper, alongside citrus peels that bring bright contrast and balance. It is a charming, personal and traditionally-minded gin that is well worthy of flying the flag for Berkshire in the gin category. - Paul Jackson, 2019

Lumber's Bartholomew Country Garden Gin

  • ABV: 43% (Base Spirit: Grain)
  • Botanicals: 11 including juniper, angelica root, orris root, cardamon, cassia bark, cloves, lemon peel, orange peel, coriander seeds, lavender, elderberries.
  • Tasting Notes: Fragrant, bright and floral on the nose with juniper and citrus. Smooth and bright on the palate with juniper, subtle sweetness, florals, herbal notes and citrus. A lingering, spiced and floral finish.
  • Serving Suggestions: Gin & Tonic with a garnish of Juniper or Rosemary.
  • Buy: (£40 - £45) direct from 137 Distillery
The Gin Guide Review: Country Garden Gin is bold, fragrant and uplifting, with bright citrus and floral notes alongside soft spice. The floral lavender is balanced with citrus, herbal and spice notes, and the long, dry finish is spiced, peppery and herbal. It is easy to imagine it being a summer G&T favourite and it also very much complements Elderflower Tonics. - Paul Jackson, 2019 ​

Lumber's Bartholomew London Dry Gin

  • ABV: 43% (Base Spirit: Grain)
  • Botanicals: 11 including juniper, coriander seeds, orris root, angelica root, cassia bark, lemon peel, orange peel, cardamom, liquorice.
  • Tasting Notes: Aromas of juniper, cassia bark, soft spice and lemon peel. Juniper and earthy spice on the palate with liquorice and citrus peels. A dry, warming and earthy finish with liquorice and cassia bark.
  • Serving Suggestions: Gin & Tonic with a garnish of Lemon or Lime.
  • Buy: (£40 - £45) direct from 137 Distillery
The Gin Guide Review: 137 Distillery has carved out an identity with its earthy gins that deliver plentiful soft spice and cassia bark, and their London Dry continues this theme and fits very well into the range. The core of traditional gin botanicals and cassia bark are prominent alongside citrus peels and liquorice notes, making this a versatile gin for classic gin cocktails. - Paul Jackson, 2020   

Also Available From 137 Distillery

Lumber's Bartholomew Navy Royal Gin
  • 58% ABV and featuring juniper, orange peel, white pepper, grains of paradise and cassia - Buy direct from 137 Distillery.
Lumber's Bartholomew Navy Strength Gin
  • 58% ABV and based on the Country Garden Gin recipe - Buy direct from 137 Distillery.
137 Cocktails Range
  • Including Berkshire Negroni, Ginoncello, Navy Negroni, Newbery Martini, Queen Mother - Buy direct from 137 Distillery.

Meet the Maker

"While at a lunch meeting with a friend within the spirits industry, I discussed the huge growth in popularity of gin. While enjoying a G&T later that day I sat there thinking this is nice and how cool it would be if I myself could make gin like this. I love a challenge and the creative side of me got me thinking more and more... then the research started!" - Founder & Distiller, Pete Lumber
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For another gin from Berkshire, try Berkshire Botanical Dry Gin.
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