Williams Elegant 48 Gin, 70cl

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Discover the craftsmanship of great American gin in St. George Spirits. The distillery began as a one-man operation in 1982 in Alameda, California and has grown considerably since. Over the last decade or so, St. George has been a leader in America's craft spirits industry, producing a fascinating variety of distilled spirits. This creation of their own base spirits sets them apart from the vast majority of gin distilleries which buy in a neutral base spirit which they then rectify. All of their gins are created from spirit distilled using apples or potatoes grown on their farm – William believes this ‘field to bottle’ approach sets Chase apart from other distilleries. While theirpotato-based vodka was a smash hit, spuds were not right for the expansion into gin. The team, led by William Chase, turned to another crop on the distillery's estate, the 200-year-old apple orchards. The botanicals includejuniper, coriander, angelica, licorice, orris, orange, lemon, hops, elderflower, and Bramley apple. It is bottled at a flavorful 48 percent alcohol by volume (ABV, 96 proof). The botanicals are also carefully selected and distilled into the spirit individually. This process is called fractional distilling and it is a time-consuming method that most gin producers do not use. However, it allows Leopold Bros. precise control over each botanical's flavor before they are combined.

The Botanist's botanical blend is extensive and this leads to one of the most complex gins you will taste. The list includes a total of 31 botanicals and two of Islay's resident botanists forage for 22 of those ingredients. It adds a unique meaning to locally-sourced liquor. The foraged botanicals are apple mint, bog myrtle, chamomile, creeping thistle, downy birch, elder, gorse, hawthorn, heather, juniper, lady's bedstraw, lemon balm, meadowsweet, mugwort, red clover, spearmint, sweet cicely, tansy, water mint, white clover, wild thyme, and wood sage. They are added gently through the vapors of the still's lyne arm just before the condenser. SkinnyBrands chief executive Adrian Hirst, who previously worked for Whitbread in sales and marketing roles, said: “Skinny IPA will offer a unique alternative for drinkers who are making conscious lifestyle decisions when choosing their food and drink. IPA drinkers deserve an alternative choice that is transparent with its calories. We want to encourage the nation to ‘just taste it’. The distillery did not simply bottle a higher-proof version of the successful Small Batch Gin; they started from scratch and released this one in 2012. The extra juniper and a switch to bergamot for the citrus notes created an entirely new gin that is very fascinating. After plenty of gin tastings and logo and bottle designing, the boys jumped onto the idea of launching two separate bottles. “We [The boys and Cardiff Distillery] worked together to bring the brand together,” said Shane.Remember, it is not a robust London dry gin, so it can get lost with heavy flavors. Save those drinks for Leopold Bros. Navy Strength.

It also uses local botanicals from close to Wales’s home ground, the Principality Stadium, which make for a zesty spirit with notes of citrus, cardamon and thyme. McEwan purposely slowed the distillation down to allow the flavors to fully harmonize with the grain spirit. Palate: Juniper, dark chocolate and citrus zest upfront on the palate, followed by warm, spicy notes of cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger.The great thing about gin is it can be stored for years without going off, but it’s recommended to drink it within two years of opening. Even if you tightly reseal it, it’ll likely lose taste and quality if you leave it any longer. What are the different types of gin? There are four different types of gin: London dry gin, old Tom, Plymouth and navy strength gin. Is gin gluten-free? The St. George Spirits' portfolio includes gins, vodkas, whiskeys, liqueurs, and even absinthe. It is diverse but every bottle is of the highest quality and perfect examples of the small-batch revolution. Neptunia will be a limited-edition release that will be “available across most sensational retailers and bars from March 2022”.

The boys are eager to see how well their first two alcoholic gin flavours go down before releasing their third and fourth bottles to the collection. The next two bottles are designed with a little less colour, the third, will be a clear glass bottle and the fourth will be a misted, frosted glass, both aimed to sit elegantly beside the first two released bottles. Made by historic London wine merchants Berry Bros. & Rudd, the six-botanical spirit took two years to develop with Dr David Clutton – a man who holds a PhD in gin (yep, that exists). It was worth the effort. This is a gin that everyone can enjoy. It has a softer juniper profile and subtle hints of bright citrus from pummelo and Valencia orange. Soft or bold, Leopold Bros. has a gin for your style. Though it started as a brewery, this brand has captured the attention of the world with their distilled spirits.The line-up includes Shane Williams, James Hook, Lee Byrne and Mike Phillips who have united to launch Perthyn Low Alcohol Spirit: The Spirit of Belonging. Pronounced ‘pear-thin’ and taking its name from the Welsh meaning of ‘belonging’, Perthyn is a low alcohol spirit (10% ABV) that uses locally and responsibly sourced botanicals and is distilled in the Cardiff Distillery, which offers a unique and ideal climate. The result of all of this careful planning is a spectacular gin. Few words can describe the experience properly as it is unlike any other and it doesn't have a distinct characteristic or dominant flavor. St. George Terroir Gin (45 percent ABV, 90 proof) is definitely for those who love a bold pine flavor in their gin. This one is intended to capture a "forest in a glass," specifically the Douglas fir found in California's forests.

Botanivore (45 percent ABV, 90 proof) is a flavor extravaganzaand unlike any other gin on the market. It is everything that is fascinating about gin rolled into a single glass: herbaceous, earthy, bright citrus, soft florals, noteworthy spices, and so much more.Navy strength is used to describe high-proof gin that sailors of the British Royal Navy found would not make their gunpowder worthless after a spill. The Botanist is a perfectly balanced marriage of every botanical it uses. There is a refreshing hint of apple mint mixed with juniper, then waves of citrus and spice. You will experience both coolness and warmth and, as the distillery's tasting notes say, "a starburst of flavours as they explode across the palate." SkinnyBrands marketing manager Lucy Chan Chappells added: “We’re really proud to be continuing to expand the Skinny Lager brand with the launch of the Skinny IPA. There has been an unprecedented rise in new-to-market IPAs, with the global market set to grow annually at 11.4% in over next four years. Skinny IPA is set to lead the way as a lower calorie alternative IPA.”