Umami - it's a word that gets chucked around a lot, but if you ask someone what it means, you get a lot of "Well..." and "Kinda like..." responses. If you're a little puzzled, That Boutique-y Gin Company has created it's very own Oo-mami Gin which should help you get a better idea of the concept. Featuring classic gin botanicals alongside a selection of particularly nontraditional including tomato, Tasmanian pepperberry and even soy sauce, this is a curiously savoury expression that will definitely make for some fascinating cocktails.
Fragrant citrus peels (oranges and lemons) with coriander in support, then resinous pine and juniper with orris root and angelica close behind. A warming and aromatic combination of black peppercorns, cinnamon and star anise is present underneath.
The final note of the nose is the first of the palate, rich and spicy baking spice predominantly with zingy citrus and piney juniper also making a return. The palate has more savoury qualities, mostly earthy, forest floor elements, then a hint of fennel, pepper and a crisp herbal quality.
Spicy and a little bit sweet, the finish is long and warming.
It's such an interesting tasting gin, but it really works! Tried with a few mixers, but my favourite was with tomato juice as a red snapper
