Duncan Taylor Indian Summer Saffron Infused Gin

Duncan Taylor named this gin for the Indian summer, that warm spell of late-autumn sunlight and deep colour, and let real saffron do the visual work, infusing the spirit a glowing golden yellow. Distilled in Scotland, it layers a full bill of botanicals around the juniper: saffron, coriander, cinnamon, angelica and orris root, liquorice, almond and lemon and orange peel, the saffron adding both colour and a velvety, subtle spice.

The nose shows fine juniper, gentle saffron, citrus, floral nuance and a touch of liquorice. The palate is complex and elegant, juniper meeting saffron, cinnamon and liquorice with a fine sweetness and fresh citrus, before a long, warm, gently sweet finish. Serve it in a G&T with a floral tonic and orange zest or a cardamom pod, or sip it neat over ice to catch every thread.