Bethany Whymark David T. Smith Issue 15 Tastings

Portobello Road – Savoury Gin

Portobello Road Savoury Gin

Portobello Road

Savoury Gin

Portobello Road Gin


ABV: 42%
Country: England
Style: Contemporary
Price per bottle: £21-40
Availability: UK, USA, EU


David T. Smith

Nose
All-in-all, a classic nose with earthy violet and a touch of spice there.

Palate
Good alcohol integration and a smooth, buttery character. Green pine on the palate, before sweeter, biscuity notes of anise and coriander. 

Finish
The sweetness from the palate disappears, leaving the finish dry with a tiny prickle of alcohol and resinous pine.

Comments
A pleasant gin on the border of Classic and Contemporary that I look forward to trying in a Negroni.

Score

8.0


Bethany Whymark

Nose
Earthy spice, musky angelica and juniper with a fresh grating of orange zest and a hint of florality.

Palate
Zesty orange and lemon, a pleasing grainy sweetness, and piney notes. Coriander spice gives a bit of warmth to it.

Finish
It’s a decent length, with a gentle hum of warmth with fragrant spice and juniper notes. 

Comments
A solid gin with classic character that would work well in a Mule with ginger ale and lime.

Score

8.3


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