Conker Spirit was founded by Rupert Holloway in the wonderful county of Dorset, home to many local beers but very little in the way of spirits. In walks Dorset Dry Gin from Dorset's first gin distillery! Conker Spirit's Dorset Dry Gin is distilled using British wheat spirit, New Forest spring water and 10 botanicals, including some rather distinctively-Dorset-inspired botanicals - Gorse Flowers, Samphire and Elderberries.
A summer meadow aroma leads among the subtle sweetness of citrus and icing sugar. Bright juniper percolates throughout.
Soft and supple, the palate begins with plenty of classic juniper elements among a berry jam sweetness and an underlay of more icing sugar. There’s a touch of spearmint here too.
There is a little damp, earthy spice and orange oil in the finish.
A wonderful take on dry gin that would shine with a helping of elderflower tonic.
Just attended a Gin Tasting event in Winchester. From all the ones available to purchase, Conker was the only Gin we came home with. Delicious with lots of ice and a slice of lime. Such a lovely guy too who represented the company. Well done.
I had purchased a small bottle after Rupert gave me a taste while visiting Fortnum & Mason. Upon returning to the United States we celebrated with a martini. This is now my new martini gin. The perfect mix of botanicals! Well done Rupert.
Bought a half bottle in Cirencester on a whim, wish I'd bought a full bottle. Best gin I have ever tasted, and that's quite a few!
Sampled at Christchurch Food Festival and loved it.....so much I bought a bottle there!!
No complaints from me about this one,very near the top spot. Congratulations on an excellent product. Acker score 5/5
