David T. Smith Issue 10 Phoebe Calver Recommended Tastings

Silent Pool – Intricately Realised Gin


Silent Pool

Intricately Realised Gin

Silent Pool Distillers


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


David T. Smith

Nose
Notably clean and classic with strong juniper and green pine forest notes and a flash of grapefruit peel.

Palate
An excellent, super-smooth texture. A wide array of juniper characteristics from oily berries to woody cedar and even some floral pine blossom. A little sweetness unfolds over time along with rose, white chocolate and clotted cream.

Finish
Dry with lingering notes of lemon and grapefruit.

Comments
A superb gin, well balanced and cleanly made with both character and versatility.

Score

9.3


Phoebe Calver

Nose
There’s quite a lot going on here. The juniper sings out as a soloist among the choir, surrounded by the florality of lavender and a little dry spice.

Palate
This really is very smooth. The floral has become a little fruitier, we’re moving on to light berries, herbaceous juniper and some zest which offsets that spice.

Finish
Smooth, with creamy vanilla that’s decided to say hello.

Comments
Takes you on a journey. It’s been beautifully crafted to create something to intrigue and surprise you at every turn.

Score

8.9


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