David T. Smith Felicity Murray Issue Six Tastings

William Kerr’s – Borders Gin


William Kerr’s

Borders Gin

The Borders Distillery


ABV: 43%
Country: Scotland
Style: Contemporary 
Price per bottle: £21-40 (US$27-53)
Availability: Worldwide


David T. Smith

Nose
Hints of pear drops and dry almonds with a touch of marzipan and jasmine.

Taste
A very creamy gin with a smooth texture that reminds me of coconut milk as well as dry cocoa, followed by hints of orange.

Finish
Especially dry on the finish, with flavours of citrus and coriander with a little oxidised apple.

Comments
A notably fragrant gin with a particular dry nuttiness that would lend itself well to a French 75.

Score

8.1


Felicity Murray

Nose
Damp, mossy rain forests, earthy and slightly woody with savoury elements, then a heap of herbaceous vegetation follows with a mellow fruitiness.

Palate
Oily and rich with nuts, almonds, walnuts and nutmeg, warm spices and soft stone fruits. 

Finish
Buttery smooth, long and gentle with a hint of chamomile, vanilla and a tiny touch of liquorice.

Comments
A mild and mellow gin despite its fairly high alcohol content. Add tonic and garnish with a chestnut skewer or vanilla pod.

Score

7.8


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