The Warner Edwards distillers in Northamptonshire have brought us another flavour of excellent gin - they've been rather prolific since they started in 2012, haven't they? This time, they've gone all regal and created Victoria's Rhubarb Gin, which uses a variety of rhubarb originally grown in Queen Victoria's garden, hence the name, as well as their Harrington Dry Gin. They also add just enough sugar to balance out the acidity from the rhubarb, producing a spirit with plenty of sweetness and some subtle, enjoyably sour notes emanate from the rhubarb.
Soft lemon, orris and nutmeg, all leading towards the full-bodied notes of fresh rhubarb.
Tangy rhubarb once again is the star of the show, supported by a spicy blend of juniper, black pepper and cardamom.
Vanilla pod and cooked rhubarb sweetness.
Was introduced to this by friends in England and very glad they did. A superb gin with a slight pink colour but clean fresh taste. It doesn't taste of rhubarb but there is an undertone of flavour. Quite the nicest gin I've tried although I've only tasted about 10 different gins.
What a great gin! The flavor is fantastic, very drinkable, nice touch of sweetness, and super-easy to drink. Loved it, great on its own or in a gin tonic. Final Note: I am doing the 2015 advent calendar. As a result, I get one drink at it to decide if I like it enough to buy more. Sometimes I need to drink something three or four times to make up my mind. Thus, my rating is based on a one-time drink experience.
