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Islands8<\/a>, the award-winning Maltese gin, has just launched a watermelon version to celebrate the summer \u2013 with a refreshing design by London-based creative agency bluemarlin<\/a>.<\/p>\n Three years on from elevating and reinventing the Islands8 brand world, bluemarlin is raising a glass to a design built with the future in mind \u2013 one that was always intended to flex, evolve and welcome new expressions.<\/p>\n Today, that vision comes to life with a bold, sun-soaked watermelon flavor that captures the spirit of the Mediterranean in every drop.<\/p>\n Distilled with a blend of indigenous Maltese botanicals, Islands8 has always been rooted in place \u2013 its name a nod to the eight local ingredients that give the gin its distinctive character (marjoram, thyme, rosemary, sage, dill, aniseed, fennel and mint). Now, the introduction of watermelon brings a juicy twist to the original recipe, adding a layer of brightness that feels perfect for long, warm evenings.<\/p>\n From the outset, bluemarlin\u2019s design approach<\/a> created a strong, recognizable identity while leaving space for future flavor exploration. Signature elements drawn from Malta\u2019s rich visual culture \u2013 from traditional tiles and ironwork to coastal motifs \u2013 anchor the brand, while the iconic \u20188\u2019 opens up into a world of flavor. With watermelon, that space comes alive in a palette that leans into the fruit\u2019s vibrant, sunlit hues, evoking the easy glamor of island life.<\/p>\nMaltese spirit<\/h4>\n