Kinsale Gin

Kinsale Gin comes from the harbour town of the same name on Ireland's southern coast, made in small batches by the young Kinsale Spirit Company in a traditional copper still. Alongside classic juniper, coriander and angelica root, they reach for plants gathered near the Irish shore, valerian, sea fennel, rosehip and elderflower, many from the immediate surroundings, which give the gin its fresh, floral and faintly maritime cast within a clean London Dry frame.

The nose is floral and fresh with juniper, citrus and herbs. The palate is mild and balanced, elderberry and sea fennel meeting fine spice and a light sweetness, before a smooth, medium finish carrying maritime and herbal nuances. Pour it with a floral tonic and a grapefruit zest or a sprig of thyme, or let it lift a Gin Basil Smash.