The Botanist
- 46
- 70cl
- Gin
The Botanist is made at Bruichladdich Distillery, situated on the shore of Loch Indaal on the Isle of Islay. Unlike many of its neighbours, Bruichladdich produces is a lighter softer unpeated whisky. They style themselves as Progressive Hebridean Distillers, and looking for new ideas and initiatives. The Botanist is a classic Islay Dry Gin, made with 22 botanicals. Official Tasting Notes Body - Satin smooth. Nose - A bouquet of...
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The Botanist is made at Bruichladdich Distillery, situated on the shore of Loch Indaal on the Isle of Islay. Unlike many of its neighbours, Bruichladdich produces is a lighter softer unpeated whisky. They style themselves as Progressive Hebridean Distillers, and looking for new ideas and initiatives.
The Botanist is a classic Islay Dry Gin, made with 22 botanicals.
Official Tasting Notes
Body - Satin smooth.
Nose - A bouquet of herbal freshness, juniper and sweet citrus. The sweet, spicy and earthy notes of cassia and coriander set a base. The scent gently rises, winding wild aromas of mint, thyme, sweet gale, gorsea and camomile.
Taste - Rich and mellow, cool on entry then warming across the palate, stimulating the taste buds with a round mouthfeel and citrus freshness. A distinctive balance and complexity. Sweet, earthy notes combine with delicate floral, herbal notes. Each sip reveals deeper layers and complex combinations of delicate flavours.
Finish - Relaxed and balanced. Water mint, hawthorn, wood sage, sweet cicely, cinnamon, citrus, soft juniper – a harmonious combination held together with a gentle, satin soft texture. The viscosity from a slow distillation brings out the delicate essence of Islay. There's a different balance of flavour and a different combination of botanicals upon every taste.
The Botanist is a classic Islay Dry Gin, made with 22 botanicals.
Official Tasting Notes
Body - Satin smooth.
Nose - A bouquet of herbal freshness, juniper and sweet citrus. The sweet, spicy and earthy notes of cassia and coriander set a base. The scent gently rises, winding wild aromas of mint, thyme, sweet gale, gorsea and camomile.
Taste - Rich and mellow, cool on entry then warming across the palate, stimulating the taste buds with a round mouthfeel and citrus freshness. A distinctive balance and complexity. Sweet, earthy notes combine with delicate floral, herbal notes. Each sip reveals deeper layers and complex combinations of delicate flavours.
Finish - Relaxed and balanced. Water mint, hawthorn, wood sage, sweet cicely, cinnamon, citrus, soft juniper – a harmonious combination held together with a gentle, satin soft texture. The viscosity from a slow distillation brings out the delicate essence of Islay. There's a different balance of flavour and a different combination of botanicals upon every taste.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig