Ambleside Distillers
No. 8 Botanical Gin
Ambleside Distillers
ABV: 40%
Country: Australia
Style: Classic
Price per bottle: £21-40 (US$27-53)
Availability: Australia
David T. Smith
Nose
Bright and crisp citrus: zesty lime with a touch of jammy raspberry and sweet violets too.
Palate
Smooth in texture with oily coriander and black pepper. A sparkle of juniper is followed by green, leafy notes of mint, sage and myrtle.
Finish
The zest of the citrus lingers on the finish alongside floral and earthy angelica.
Comments
A refreshing gin with a succulence courtesy of its citrus and leafy flavours that makes it well-suited to long drinks such as a Gin & Tonic or Collins.
Score
7.9
Phoebe Calver
Nose
This certainly woke up my senses with some vibrant citrus notes, mouth-watering lime, like a chopping board full of them.
Palate
Incredibly soft on the palate; however, a little coriander seed spice stops it becoming too calm for my tastes. Citrus remains but isn’t as overwhelming as I was expecting.
Finish
The lime freshness lingers and is complemented by a little tickle of anise.
Comments
The freshness of this drink needs to be enjoyed, perhaps in punchy Fitzgerald cocktail.
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