BLIND TASTINGS

Gin

David and Bethany take on the latest batch of tastings – but which will be Editor’s Choice?

ABV: 45.3%

Country: DENMARK Style: London Dry Price per bottle: Availability: Denmark

Bethany

Nose: Very herbal, like someone has shoved a bunch of fresh flat-leaf parsley under my nose. Some woody notes that could be orris root.

Palate: It stays green with more parsley and bay leaf, cardamom pods, black pepper, waxy juniper and a touch of lemon peel.

Finish: Heat builds into the finish, which is a little bit peppery while still retaining that herbal character.

Comments: Dilution brings out more leafy green notes and citrus. Serving with Mediterranean tonic water would be a solid choice here.

David

Nose: Crisp, leafy citrus notes with a touch of soapy cilantro and a slightly crunchy, vegetal aroma to it.

Palate: Floral in character with the sweetness of candied petals. Fresh and exceptionally crisp, with a touch of celery and leafy citrus.

Finish: The savoury flavours continue with lingering notes of citrus and black pepper with a hint of nuttiness.

Comments: A balanced spirit with a bold flavour, which would work well in a Red Snapper or mixed in with Mediterranean tonic water.