David T. Smith Issue 11 Phoebe Calver Tastings

Ambleside Distillers – No. 8 Botanical Gin


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.

Score

8


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