Tasting Notes
Bottled at 43.2%, Sliabh Liag's still (Forsyth-designed), likes a low ABV in the pot, and the distillers run a narrow temperature band to manage the delicate seaweeds. To top it off the distillery takes a super narrow cut of only the purest spirit. Each bottle is wax sealed and the traceable batch number is linked to the lunar phases. The result is a sublime, perfectly balanced coastal gin that noticeably wears its Donegal origins on its sleeve (pardon the pun).
The palate has bright and soft juniper to the fore, fading slowly to reveal brisk salt, chestnut and oyster hints, and a buttery, smooth, umami-rich texture. Then there's some exotic, sweet Turkish delight notes on the clean finish. As a base, it works superbly with premium tonic water, lemon tonic or bitter lemon. Classic gin cocktails are a no brainer. It also makes a mighty martini, with a good splash of vermouth. - Importer Note