TASTING NOTES

 

by Geraldine Coates

 

 

Brands are listed alphabetically

 

 

 

BEEFEATER 40% abv

Well balanced and distinctively juniper on the palate with lemon and orange very evident. Spicy clean finish.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BLACKWOODS NORDIC DRY GIN 40% abv

Salty and fresh with aromas reminiscent of a leisurely stroll along a windswept beach. A long crisp finish means full-bodied tastes linger in the mouth.

 

 

 

 

 

BOMBAY SAPPHIRE 40% abv

Understated juniper with Parma violet and a melange of spices giving floral, slightly scented notes. Smooth but rather thin finish.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GORDON’S DISTILLERS CUT 40% abv

Lemongrass and ginger, combined with less strong juniper than the standard Gordon’s,   results in a robust yet delicately flavoured, clean, aromatic gin with a spicy, lingering finish.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GREENALLS ORIGINAL DRY WARRINGTON GIN 40% abv

Strongly citrus on the nose, smooth and dry with a lingering, spicy, minty finish.

 

 

 

 

HENDRICKS GIN 41.4% abv

Robust juniper and citrus flavours enhanced with fresh, floral, slightly aromatic notes. Silky smooth texture and mouth-feel.

 

 

 

 

 

PLYMOUTH DRY GIN 43% abv

Elegant in the mouth with a range of complex fruity notes, luscious marshmallow and hints of sage and eucalyptus. Rich rounded finish.

 

 

 

 

TANQUERAY 10 47.3% abv

An immediate impression of core citrus and juniper accented by soothing notes of chamomile enlivened with hints of grapefruit, orange and lime. Exceptionally smooth finish.