GIN PORTFOLIO TASTING NOTES
A suite of fynbos infused gins that are distinctive yet unmistakably related. Each paying homage to the rich, ancient, and respectful relationship between humans and their surroundings.
CRISP AND ZESTY
Limestone Fynbos
PROFILE: Traditionally styled,
A balanced blend of citrus,
soft Florals and juniper.
NOSE: Turkish delight, orange
blossoms and a piney back note.
PALATE: Bright and zesty,
pepper and Ginger undertones
tempered with Cool cardamom.
FINISH: Long and soft with lime
that lingers
Paired with milk chocolate with lemon curd and white chocolate filling, highlighting the crips lemon zest in the Classic Gin
SOFT AND FLORAL
Mountain Fynbos
PROFILE: Refreshing, delicate
with a pronounced floral character.
NOSE: Summer blooms,
toasted coconut and waxy lemon rinds.
PALATE: Nutty marzipan confections,
earthy undertones, subtle juniper
and A hint of nutmeg.
FINISH: Slow fading florals and a silky smooth exit
Paired with white chocolate filled with a preserved green fig filling, highlighting the floral notes of Verdant.
RICH AND AROMATIC
Coastal Fynbos
PROFILE: Bold, tannin rich and full
bodied with bright citrus and floral highlights.
NOSE: Burnt sugar, musky rose and rooibos tea.
PALATE: Toffee apples laced with saffron
and citrus, cinnamon and spice support
the juniper.
FINISH: A dry woody finish with caramel
persisting on the tongue.
Paired with dark chocolate with a salted caramel filling, bringing forth the burnt sugar and toffee apple notes in our Amber Gin.
RICH AND SMOKEY
Limited Edition
PROFILE: Spiced fruitcake and soft vanilla.
NOSE: A whisper of sweet smoke and burnt sugar.
PALATE: Bright, dry and zesty with a ginger and cinnamon bite at the back. Pine needles and toffee apples emerge, accompanied by a subtle floral back-note.
FINISH: Long, smooth and mellow with a breath of Crème Brûlée that lingers on the tongue
Paired with a gold dusted dark chocolate with a caramelised orange filling with notes of cinnamon and star anise, highlighting the spicy and citrus notes of the Pioneer’s Collection.
