Hike into Southern Africa’s wilder areas during the dry season and you might stumble across one of the continent’s most impressive plants. It won’t look like much at first, just a shrivelled bundle of desiccated twigs stubbornly clinging to the rock. But give it a little moisture, and this seemingly dead plant will spring back to green and vibrant life in a surprisingly short time.

​This is the Resurrection Bush.

For centuries, this astounding plant has served an important role in the indigenous medicine of Southern Africa. From leaves and stems rich in essential oils and bursting with antioxidants, traditional healers have created aromatic lotions and brewed medicinal teas and tonics to relieve chest complaints, nosebleeds, colds, and respiratory ailments.

Infused in gin, Resurrection Bush delivers a refreshing minerality and mild menthol flavour.​​