Gin's carbon-conscious
reboot home base:
Cherrapunji, meghalaya
From the Rainiest Place on Earth
A Gin Born Of Rainwater
25° 18 0.00” N ; 91° 42’ 0.00”E
Two of the wettest places on the planet, Mawsynram and Cherrapunji, endow us with rainwater which helps craft our gin. There is, however, a paradox of abundance and lack that defines our hills, for drinking water is often scarce during winters. And hence we harvest the rain — not just for the story, but as an obligation to give back where we take from. And with this begins the story of Cherrapunji Eastern Craft Gin.
Our story from a place where the clouds comes to rest
Our story that begins with the harvesting of rainwater, evolves to borrow its character from a unique set of botanicals which form a part of the rich history and vibrant culinary culture of our region. These botanicals infuse our gin with a deep sense of place and an identity that is synonymous to our soil, our rain, and above all, our citrus.
Aromatics & Botanicals
Our basket bursts with vibrant flavors of fruits, spices, peppers, and teas, lovingly sourced by local farmers from our surrounding provinces.
Grown only in Meghalaya, Khasi mandarin is often called the King of Oranges for its bright, natural citrus note, unmatched by any other.
Native to Assam, Kaji Nemu or Citrus Limon is an indigenous variety of lemon, renowned for its distinctive aroma and juiciness.
Sohmarit Khlaw or long pepper is a wild pepper native to Meghalaya, with a unique aromatic profile often described as a mix of heat and citrus.
The smoked tea we use comes from deep within the Lushai Hills, where the practice of drying and smoking tea leaves is as old as the hills themselves.
Cultivated organically in the pristine, high-altitude Himalayan region, Amomum Subulatum – the black cardamom we get from Sikkim, is revered for its quality and intense aroma.
Sourced from Arunachal and Sikkim, Juniper Recura is a type of berry which carry an earthy, floral, and slightly spicy undertone.
Grown only in Meghalaya, Khasi mandarin is often called the King of Oranges for its bright, natural citrus note, unmatched by any other.
Native to Assam, Kaji Nemu or Citrus Limon is an indigenous variety of lemon, renowned for its distinctive aroma and juiciness.
Sohmarit Khlaw or long pepper is a wild pepper native to Meghalaya, with a unique aromatic profile often described as a mix of heat and citrus.
The smoked tea we use comes from deep within the Lushai Hills, where the practice of drying and smoking tea leaves is as old as the hills themselves.
Cultivated organically in the pristine, high-altitude Himalayan region, Amomum Subulatum – the black cardamom we get from Sikkim, is revered for its quality and intense aroma.
Sourced from Arunachal and Sikkim, Juniper Recura is a type of berry which carry an earthy, floral, and slightly spicy undertone.
Perfect Serve
45 ml of Cherrapunji Eastern Craft gin poured over ice, topped with equal parts soda & tonic
A Sip Of
The Rainiest
Place On Earth
Citrus-forward notes,
a creamy smooth juniper
base & a hint of smoke
The Craft
The identity of Cherrapunji Eastern Craft Gin is based on an uncommon premise – using rain as the primary water source in a region defined by it
Distilled with purified rainwater rather than extracted groundwater, the spirit reflects both its geography and a conscious response to water scarcity in one of the wettest places on earth. Crafted with 12 botanicals native to India’s Northeast, the gin opens with vibrant citrus notes, moves into gentle spice, and finishes with a clean, rounded softness, and a smoky after taste.
Foraging & Sourcing
There was no ready supply chain for many of our botanicals — so we built one
Working directly with village communities, small farmers, and regional agricultural centers,ingredients are sourced as close to the distillery as possible.While conventional models rely on globally traded botanicals, we prioritize proximity, traceability, and freshness,allowing the culinary landscape of the region to lend
its identity to the spirit.
Unique Botanicals
The recipe, which is anchored by wild Himalayan juniper, is lifted by GI-tagged Khasi mandarin and Assamese lemon — ingredients rarely seen in gin production
Green cardamom, wild pepper from the Garo Hills,
black cardamom from Sikkim, and pine-smoked
tea from the Lushai Hills add depth without
overwhelming the citrus core.
Energy-Efficient Distillation
The technology is not an accessory to the craft – it is central to how we reduce environmental impact while maintaining distillation accuracy
Our gin is produced in advanced stills sourced from the
Netherlands, designed to consume 70% less energy than
traditional copper systems.
Our Philosophy
Crafting a spirit shaped by its environment, while remaining accountable to it, is at the heart of everything that we do
Rainwater harvesting, hyperlocal sourcing, responsible technology, and reusable stainless-steel packaging are interconnected decisions.
We Believe That An Exceptional Spirit Needs An Exceptional Home
Reusable Stainless Steel.
Our bottle, made with SS304 stainless steel, lasts twelve years or more and is eminently recyclable
Lightweight
Pack light, travel far. This featherweight bottle, tipping the scales at just 158 grams, is designed for effortless travel
Reusable Stainless Steel.
Our bottle, made with SS304 stainless steel, lasts twelve years or more and is eminently recyclable
Elegant Wood Cap
Durable. Safe and spill proof. (Need to link wood finish with the region, bamboo maybe – this seems to plain)
Elegant Wood Cap
Durable. Safe and spill proof. (Need to link wood finish with the region, bamboo maybe – this seems to plain)
Visual Detailing
Explore the sights and sounds that depict Northeast India’s rich heritage and vibrant culture – every detail painstakingly handillustrated by Portland based artist, Reshidev RK
Lightweight
Pack light, travel far. This featherweight bottle, tipping the scales at just 158 grams, is designed for effortless travel
Visual Detailing
Explore the sights and sounds that depict Northeast India’s rich heritage and vibrant culture – every detail painstakingly handillustrated by Portland based artist, Reshidev RK
A bottle of Meghalaya,
life in color
In our lands where women lead and take center stage, a beaming Khasi lady in her jainsem is seen carrying a khoh—the unique wicker basket used to transport Khasi mandarins great distances without squishing them. She moves through valleys where bees pollinate grand orchids, and where clouds, hills, butterflies, and foxes abound. An iconic Bedford and Co. bus, a familiar sight until recently on Shillong's roads, gives one a glimpse of the town's irresistible flair for the quaint and picturesque.
Most Globally Awarded Craft Gin From India
The Most Globally Awarded Craft Gin From India
Meet the Founder
Mayukh Hazarika
For Mayukh Hazarika, this journey began with a simple question – why hasn't the world tasted the soul of the Northeast?
Born and raised in Shillong, shaped by the rain and rhythms of Meghalaya, Mayukh went on to build a successful career with some of India's top consumer brands. An IIM Indore graduate with a sharp marketing mind and a deeper sense of place, he eventually found himself drawn back home not just by nostalgia, but by a purpose.
He returned to create something the region had never seen before – a gin that captures the spirit of Cherrapunji. Crafted from harvested rainwater, distilled with native botanicals, and housed in a sustainable steel bottle, Cherrapunji Gin is a story of identity and quiet rebellion – a story that goes back to make something that can finally go forward.
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