Waterloo Gin, the first gin brand distilled in Texas and inspired by the botanicals of the Texas Hill Country, recently released of its newest expression, Prickly Pear & Rose Gin. Launched nationwide in early Fall 2025, Waterloo Prickly Pear & Rose Gin captures the untamed beauty of the Texas Hill Country — where desert blooms and rolling hills meet in perfect harmony. This premium pink gin is bursting with character, a vibrant blend that’s as eye-catching on the shelf as it is captivating in the glass.
Delicate rose petals meet the vibrant sweetness of prickly pear and the tart floral lift of hibiscus, creating a flavor that’s both refined and refreshingly unexpected. Aromatic notes of fresh lavender open the experience, unfolding into bright grapefruit, nutty pecan, and classic juniper. The result is a balanced gin that’s as bold as it is elegant — perfect for refreshing spritzes on the patio, an elevated martini at dinner, or simply with tonic.
Prickly Pear & Rose Gin is distilled in small batches, incorporating hibiscus, rose, and prickly pear alongside Waterloo’s signature nine botanicals, which are layered into a limestone-filtered spring water base spirit to create a truly distinctive profile that reflects both place and craft.
Texas-born. Botanically inspired. Elegantly distilled.
Tasting Notes: Aromatic notes of fresh lavender open the experience, unfolding into bright grapefruit, nutty pecan, and classic juniper. The result is a balanced gin that’s as bold as it is elegant — perfect for elevating cocktails or savoring simply with tonic.
Ingredients: Prickly pear, Rose petals, Hibiscus, Juniper, Lavender, Grapefruit, Pecan, Orris root, Coriander, Anise, Ginger, Licorice root
From thoughtful gifts to festive gatherings, Waterloo Gin infuses every moment with warmth, wonder, and a hint of wild — all wrapped in beautifully designed bottles. The packaging alone makes this product a standout, sophisticated addition to any home bar. With its beautifully striking soft rose-hue, Waterloo’s Prickly Pear & Rose Gin sits in an embossed glass container complete with a wood-finished cork – sophisticated and elegant. Bottled at 94-Proof (47% ABV), Waterloo Gin Company’s premium Prickly Pear & Rose Gin is widely available in select retailers and online for a suggested retail price of $34.99 per 750ml bottle.
Waterloo Gin’s Prickly Pear & Rose Gin is delicious in any number of classic and inventive cocktails, such as a White Negroni, a floral-forward spritz, or simply with tonic and a twist. Try it as featured in the Waterloo Southside drink recipe.
The Waterloo Southside:
Ingredients
2 oz Waterloo Prickly Pear & Rose Gin
1 oz simple syrup
1 oz fresh lime juice
4-6 mint leaves, to muddle
Lime peel to garnish
Method:
In a cocktail shaker, add the simple syrup and mint leaves. Gently muddle. Next, add the gin, lime juice, and ice. Shake until chilled. Double strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with a lime peel.
For additional cocktail recipes, where to purchase, and more information about Waterloo Gin, please visit www.WaterlooGin.com, or follow the brand on Instagram or Facebook. For sales inquiries, please email Sales@WaterlooGin.com.
About Waterloo Gin Company
Born in Austin, Texas—originally known as Waterloo—the brand’s premium gins reflect the spirit and scenery of Texas Hill Country. Crafted with nine thoughtfully selected botanicals and limestone-filtered spring water, every bottle embodies refined elegance and a sense of place. Now under the ownership and vision of industry icon John Paul DeJoria, Waterloo Gin continues to set a new standard in New American gin, bringing regionally inspired, artfully distilled spirits to discerning drinkers nationwide. For more information, visit www.WaterlooGin.com. Connect with Waterloo Gin on Facebook and Instagram.
