Wyre

Forest Gin

HINTON’S OF BEWDLEY

ABV: 42%

Country: ENGLAND

Style: Contemporary

Price per bottle: Availability: Worldwide

Phoebe

Nose: Oh my, I like this already. Think dark forest gateau-style rich fruitiness.

Palate: This is punchy and rich from the off. The dark fruits are holding their own, with strong raspberry and blackberry tang to complement the juniper. There’s something a little contradictory here… fennel maybe? I wasn’t expecting it but I’m not mad about it either.

Finish: Far gentler than I was expecting, fruity and lingering.

Comments: This is a bit of a party in a bottle.

I’d like to make it last a while in a gin and tonic.

David

Nose: Rich and juicy with an array of hedgerow fruit: blackcurrant, blackberry and raspberry.

Palate: Blackberry jam with lemon and a touch of raspberry ripple ice cream. A splash of juniper is followed by rich, creamy vanilla and notes of crystallised violets.

Finish: Delicate and perfumed on the finish with notes of hibiscus and rose and a minimal alcohol warmth.

Comments: A fun and fruity gin that would be delightful in a Bramble or mixed with lemon tonic for a crisp, refreshing long drink.