Gilbey's Gin (1.75L)
Gilbey's Gin (1.75L)
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The opening whiffs pick up citrus zest; aeration brings out juniper berry. The palate entry focuses totally on the juniper, and then at midpalate the lemon zest is unmistakable and adds a note of keen acidity. Finishes on the citrusy side of the street and a little bit fiery.
Wine Enthusiast - 80-84 points
Wine Enthusiast - 80-84 points
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The opening whiffs pick up citrus zest; aeration brings out juniper berry. The palate entry focuses totally on the juniper, and then at midpalate the lemon zest is unmistakable and adds a note of keen acidity. Finishes on the citrusy side of the street and a little bit fiery.
Gin has come a long way since its infamous origins as the scourge of the working classes in 18th century in England. Once called "mother's ruin," gin and its closest relative, Jenever, enjoyed mass popularity during the early 20th century, in cocktails and punches across the globe, but declined with cocktail culture in the 60's and 70's. The international resurgence of martinis and speakeasies has led to a boom in microdistilleries producing high-quality gins for all tastes, from dry to sweet, and with all the aromatic variety of a spice market.