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1st fill ex-bourbon barrel; 49.6%; Edinburgh
At first we detected blood orange sorbet, lime zest, elderflower champagne and orange segments studded with juniper. A robust and lightly peppery profile. Some water brought suggestions of nettle tea, lapsang souchong tea, lemon curd and fruit flavoured popsicles.
The palate showed a spicier side with coriander seed, pine needles, grated carrot, and caraway. Some rose petal touches brought elegance. With water we noted poppy seeds, fresh coriander this time, cucumber juice and bergamot oil. A fresh and super lively gin!
