David T. Smith Issue Eight Recommended Sam Coyne Tastings

Spirit of Hven – Organic Navy Strength


Spirit of Hven

Organic Navy Strength

Spirit of Hven Backafallsbyn


ABV: 57.1%
Country: Sweden
Style: Navy Strength 
Price per bottle: £41-60 (US$54-79)
Availability: Worldwide


David T. Smith

Nose
A delicate creaminess on the nose is combined with a soft fruitiness of peach, raspberry, and a hint of nuttiness.

Palate
An excellent mouthfeel with a slight oiliness, followed by notes of coriander and the plump berry notes of raspberry and blackberry.

Finish
More classic botanical notes of juniper and angelica.

Comments
A fruity gin with a sophisticated flavour profile and good integration of alcohol – would be great for a Gimlet.

Score

8.6


Sam Coyne

Nose
Peach melba yoghurts and muddled raspberry compote. Fresh, bright citrus and juniper notes too. 

Palate
The juniper is forward and pronounced, as is a lemon peel citrus and a woody, earthy, angelica note. Then it’s a little different with the addition of red berries. 

Finish
Long and refreshing. It becomes creamier and that peach melba yoghurt note comes back too. 

Comments
Impactful and justifying of its ABV without alcohol burn or spice. Fruit notes elevate well balanced classical botanicals.

Score

8.4


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