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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of gin is Dryad Gin?

Dryad Gin is a unique, small-batch London Dry Gin. Its signature product is called Dryad Gin Centaur Oak. It is described as a “seriously quaffable Somerset craft gin” 

The signature Centaur Oak blend balances a bounty of natural botanicals with subtle hints of cardamom, cinnamon, orange peel, and almond for a rich, earthy edge. Notably, it includes distilled oak bark, inspired by the ancient woodlands of the Quantock Hills. Other botanicals include juniper, coriander seeds, goji berries, and liquorice.

Dryad Gin is best enjoyed over ice, with a slice of orange, and topped with a plain Fever-Tree tonic. This brings out the delicate balance of botanicals and enhances the signature citrus notes.

Dryad Gin was founded by Becky Wright, a master gin distiller and company owner, who launched the gin in 2022. Becky was inspired to create Dryad Gin by a desire to create community and connection between people, purpose, and place, particularly after observing the closure of many traditional country pubs that rural communities relied on to thrive. Becky’s personal motivation also stemmed from a need to inject fun and positivity back into her life after losing her mother, Sheila, in 2021. Her mother, who loved gin and hospitality, serves as a legacy for Dryad Gin, aiming to create love, warmth and laughter 

Inspired by nature, Dryad Gin blends carefully selected botanicals with a smooth, crisp finish. Our process respects tradition while embracing the creativity of craft distillation.

The “Blackbird’s Beak” is a little ritual toast inspired by Becky Wright’s mother, Sheila, who is represented as a blackbird on the gin’s imagery. It is customary to pour a “blackbird’s beakful” of Dryad Gin over your shoulder and back into the earth to honour the creative collaboration and our co-existence with nature. Each year at the Dryad Gin blessing ceremony this ritual is performed. 

The name Dryad Gin is rooted in mythology and a spiritual connection with nature. It is inspired by mythical tree spirits known as Dryads, who, in Greek mythology, were ethereal nymph spirits that gave their lives to protect majestic oak trees that have nourished the land for centuries.

Beyond the mythological origin, the dryad also serves as a metaphor for Becky Wright’s goal for the gin: reaching out into the community, making connections, and creating a little magic.

Dryad Gin has received multiple prestigious awards, including a Gold Award from Taste of the West for three years running and  Gold Medal from The Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, It was also awarded Highly Commended at The Gin Guide Awards. The product Dryad Gin Centaur Oak is specifically listed as an award-winning product. 

Absolutely! We offer custom-made bottles for anniversaries, birthdays, weddings, or any special occasion.

  • A unique label with your chosen name, date, or message
  • A handcrafted batch of gin made just for the recipient
  • A special behind-the-scenes video showing the making of their gin – a memorable keepsake they’ll treasure

Message distiller Becky Wright on [email protected] and discuss your choose your options, and we’ll handle the rest with care.

Yes – you can choose gift packaging just add this option if your buying a bottle of Dryad Gin you can also ask for a personalised note if it’s a gift at no extra charge.

In addition to the signature Dryad Gin 70cl bottles, Dryad Gin offers:

  • Dryad Gin Pouch 70cl for refills.
  • Dryad Yule Gin.
  • Dryad Gin 70cl in an Oak Box.
  • Dryad Gin Miniatures 50ml.
  • Cases of 6 bottles of Dryad Gin.
  • Merchandise including Dryad Gin Candle Holders, Oak Bottle Openers, Hoodies, T-Shirts, Mini Oak Chopping Boards, Oak Coasters, and Tea Towels.

You can view this in our shop https://dryadgin.co.uk/

Yes, Dryad Gin is moving towards more sustainable options with its gin pouches. These pouches create an oxygen barrier for longer shelf life and are said to offer an 80-85% reduced carbon footprint compared to glass bottles. They are also 100% recyclable and can be returned by post or recycled at supermarkets, promoting a more eco-friendly way of shopping by reducing the need for new glass production. Refill pouches also offer a £5 saving compared to buying a new bottle. 

Is your gin vegan and gluten-free?

We’re committed to environmentally conscious practices. Our packaging is recyclable and we’re working toward carbon-neutral delivery options. We recycle all packaging that arrives at Dryad HQ. 

We have a micro distillery which is not large enough to show you around but we do have a range of Gin Experiences which you can view here 
Becky is also a Spirited Speaker and can be booked for events. We are able to offer a couples gin making experience ask for one of our gift vouchers they cost £250.00

The signature Centaur Oak blend balances a bounty of natural botanicals with subtle hints of cardamom, cinnamon, orange peel, and almond for a rich, earthy edge. Notably, it includes distilled oak bark, inspired by the ancient woodlands of the Quantock Hills. Other botanicals include juniper, coriander seeds, goji berries, and liquorice.

The Dryad Inn is Dryad Gin’s travelling community public house of no fixed abode. It is a pop-up pub initiative that transforms village halls into mystical pubs with the help of fairy lights, toadstools, and volunteers, bringing people together for evenings of joyful revelry. It serves local beers, wines, ciders, soft drinks, and, of course, Dryad Gin, including new gin cocktail recipes.

The Dryad Inn was created in response to the closure of many traditional country pubs in rural areas of Somerset, which threatened the wellbeing of local communities. Becky Wright was driven by a desire to bring people together, foster connection, and combat social isolation and loneliness.  The first pop-up event in July 2022 at Broomfield Village Hall was a direct response to a “use it or lose it” plea from the Village Hall Committee.

The Dryad Inn operates in rural locations where no local pub is currently in operation. It involves local volunteers, who gain valuable new skills.

The community is given a sense of ownership by being involved in creating recipes and cocktail-making. Tablecloths featuring ancient Somerset language are even designed to spark conversation and connection. The initiative helps bring together disparate groups and supports local businesses.

Yes, one of Dryad Gin’s goals is to support other villages in starting their own pop-up pubs to create hubs of connection where traditional pubs have been lost. For example, after The Dryad Inn held an event at Corfe Village Hall, the local people were so inspired they decided to create their own pop-up pub, the Corfe Pop-Up Pub, with support from Becky Wright and her team.

Drop us a line at [email protected].

A tree spirit is the ancient idea that every tree carries its own presence, character and quiet intelligence. Across cultures, these beings are known by many names dryads, hamadryads, nymphs, and  guardians
Tree spirits appear in folklore as protectors of forests, keepers of wisdom and guides into the deeper layers of the natural world. They are often imagined as beings whose life-force is entwined with the tree they inhabit rooted, steady, sensitive to subtle changes in weather, light and season.