Bellows Gin is the well gin behind the bar at Camp West in West Seattle — the dependable, no-fuss London-dry-style spirit that pours into a big share of the cocktails we shake and stir each night. The “w” in well says it all: it is the house gin, the one we reach for first when you want a clean, juniper-forward drink without a premium price tag. Affordable and honest, Bellows is the kind of gin that lets the cocktail do the talking, which is exactly why it has earned a permanent spot on our shelf in the Junction.
About the Distillery
Bellows is a long-standing American value label, bottled as a classic London-dry-style gin at 40% ABV (80 proof). It has lived on back bars and home shelves for decades as a reliable workhorse spirit — the sort of gin built for mixing rather than sipping neat. We keep specifics general here because Bellows is a value brand whose exact production details are not widely published, but its reputation as a clean, dependable London-dry pour is well established.
Botanicals & Style
Bellows is made in the London-dry tradition, which means juniper leads the way, supported by the familiar cast of classic gin botanicals — coriander and citrus peel among them — with no added sweetness after distillation. The result is a dry, straightforward, juniper-forward profile that behaves predictably in a glass. That consistency is its strength: it is the canvas, not the painting.
Tasting Notes
Expect crisp pine and juniper on the nose, a light-to-medium body with a soft, slightly creamy texture, and gentle notes of spice and dried herb. It finishes clean and dry without lingering heat — an easy, classic gin character that plays well with tonic, citrus, and vermouth alike.
How to Enjoy It at Camp West
At Camp West, Bellows is the backbone of our everyday gin cocktails. It makes a brisk, no-nonsense gin and tonic, a clean Tom Collins, and a perfectly serviceable martini when you want the classic without the splurge. Ask your bartender to build a cocktail around it, or order it simply over ice. Bellows pours at $9.
FAQ
Is Bellows Gin a London Dry gin?
It is made in the London-dry style — dry, juniper-forward, and unsweetened — which makes it a natural fit for classic gin cocktails.
Why is Bellows the house gin at Camp West?
It is clean, dependable, and affordable, so it works beautifully in mixed drinks and keeps your cocktail approachable without sacrificing that crisp gin character.
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