Isle of Harris
Gin
- 45
- 70cl
- Gin
Harris Distillery was founded in 2015 in Tabert on the Isle of Harris. The first legal distillery to be built on the island, their first single malt whisky was released in Autumn 2023. Alongside the whisky, they also make a gin. A beautifully designed bottle captures the elemental nature of the Isle of Harris while its contents reward the discerning gin drinker with refreshing maritime pleasures. Created in a small...
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Harris Distillery was founded in 2015 in Tabert on the Isle of Harris. The first legal distillery to be built on the island, their first single malt whisky was released in Autumn 2023. Alongside the whisky, they also make a gin.
A beautifully designed bottle captures the elemental nature of the Isle of Harris while its contents reward the discerning gin drinker with refreshing maritime pleasures.
Created in a small copper gin still ('The Dotach'), the inclusion of local, hand-harvested Sugar Kelp in the Isle of Harris Gin speaks of the island's deep connections to the sea while working with eight other carefully chosen botanicals. These are - Macedonian Juniper Berries, English Coriander Seed, Cubebs/Javan Pepper, Bitter Orange Peel, Angelica Root, Cassia Bark, Orris Root and Liquorice Root.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - A well-defined juniper note with pine needles. Immediately followed by the fresh citrus notes of bitter orange, lime and grapefruit. Develops a complex floral note of rose and wallflowers with crushed green herbs, coriander and gooseberry. These are all underpinned by mixed spice. Sugar Kelp adds to the complexity and richness and gives a dry maritime note.
Palate - Refreshing, with good balance between the bitter juniper and pine and the sweet fruit flavours of mango, grapefruit and orange. A green herb flavour of crushed coriander develops. Distinctive and smooth with a dry, flinty taste.
Finish - Overall a long, clean finish. As the juniper and citrus fade away, sweet vanilla and black pepper remain with a gentle reminder of the sea.
A beautifully designed bottle captures the elemental nature of the Isle of Harris while its contents reward the discerning gin drinker with refreshing maritime pleasures.
Created in a small copper gin still ('The Dotach'), the inclusion of local, hand-harvested Sugar Kelp in the Isle of Harris Gin speaks of the island's deep connections to the sea while working with eight other carefully chosen botanicals. These are - Macedonian Juniper Berries, English Coriander Seed, Cubebs/Javan Pepper, Bitter Orange Peel, Angelica Root, Cassia Bark, Orris Root and Liquorice Root.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - A well-defined juniper note with pine needles. Immediately followed by the fresh citrus notes of bitter orange, lime and grapefruit. Develops a complex floral note of rose and wallflowers with crushed green herbs, coriander and gooseberry. These are all underpinned by mixed spice. Sugar Kelp adds to the complexity and richness and gives a dry maritime note.
Palate - Refreshing, with good balance between the bitter juniper and pine and the sweet fruit flavours of mango, grapefruit and orange. A green herb flavour of crushed coriander develops. Distinctive and smooth with a dry, flinty taste.
Finish - Overall a long, clean finish. As the juniper and citrus fade away, sweet vanilla and black pepper remain with a gentle reminder of the sea.
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