Hendrick’s Gin Review And Tasting Notes
Hendrick’s Gin.
A name that in every gin lover evokes mellow memories and evenings spent swinging between a Gin & Tonic and a Dry Martini.
We are dealing with a handmade bottle, a spirit produced in small quantities, born from a double distillation.
The Hendrick’s Gin is a nectar that once tried you’ll never forget, thanks to the unusual choice of botanicals, which range from the classic juniper & pepper to reach more unconventional ingredients like cucumber and rose petals.
The result is a sophisticated gin, enveloping, full of floral echoes, with citrus, cucumber, and resins in the background, but what is amazing about this beauty is that is always smooth on the palate.
While many gins, especially the spicy ones, run horizontally on the tongue, the Hendrick’s Gin has a vertical momentum, it’s icy and for this reason a good affinity with sharp, pungent, and fresh ingredients.
Hendrick’s Gin bouquet
What does Hendrick’s Gin taste like?
On the palate is smooth and elegant, with excellent freshness and spicy bits of ginger and pepper, crunchy rose petals, and of course the wild call of the cucumber. Perfect balance. Despite the full-body, it is not a bold gin, so be careful to not mix it with too many strong ingredients or it could lose its charm.
The Hendrick’s Gin it’s not the first choice for a Negroni, but try it for a simple Gin & Tonic with a cucumber slice or licorice hint or drink it straight in a chilled glass and enjoy paradise.
Hendrick’s Gin cost
The cost is high, we are about 40 euro, but if you consider that it’s a spirit to sip slowly like a good rum you can’t complain.
Best Hendrick’s gin cocktails
Gin Tonic, Paradise, Tom Collins, Heidi, Bramble, Gin Fizz, French 75, Tuxedo, Dry Martini.