David T. Smith Felicity Murray Issue Six Tastings

Salcombe Gin – Arabella


Salcombe Gin

Arabella

Salcombe Distilling Co.


ABV: 46%
Country: England
Style: Contemporary 
Price per bottle: £61-90 (US$80-119)
Availability: Worldwide


David T. Smith

Nose
Fragrant and floral with honeysuckle and orange blossom alongside a crisp leafiness.

Taste
A pleasant interplay between luscious and succulent leafy notes, the fresh zing of citrus, and a gentle menthol spice.

Finish
Tangy grapefruit on the finish, with a little oiliness and a gentle mouthfeel.

Comments
A cleanly distilled and balanced gin: elegant and well-matched for a Martini.

Score

8.4


Felicity Murray

Nose
Inviting with all the classic gin notes of juniper, pine, a little citrus, but also apple, grape and cucumber.

Palate
Hot and oily due to its ABV. A complex blend with rootier botanicals evident, such as anise and angelica, along with gripping spices.

Finish
Warm and long with vanilla and cinnamon.

Comments
A punchy gin that’s robust enough to form the base of a cocktail, such as a Negroni (equal measures of gin, red vermouth and Campari) garnished with the zest and peel of orange.

Score

8.5


1 comment on “Salcombe Gin – Arabella

  1. thank you gin-mag

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