Gin Bothy Original: Heather, Milk Thistle and Scots Pine From the Angus Glens
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Gin Bothy Original is a London Dry gin made by The Gin Bothy in Scotland. ABV: 41% ABV. Key botanicals include juniper, heather, milk thistle, scots pine, hawthorn root. Our expert rating is 7/10.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Juniper front and centre with herbal and floral notes — heather and milk thistle giving sweet warm herbal character
Palate
Juniper forward followed by rosemary and Scots pine — notably smooth with virtually no burn, almost creamy mouthfeel, complete and dry
Finish
Smooth and dry — the Scottish pine and heather lingering with Angus Glens character
Expert Review
7/10Handmade in the Angus Glens — heather, milk thistle, Scots pine needles and hawthorn root. 2-star Great Taste 2017. Notably smooth with virtually no alcohol burn and an almost creamy mouthfeel.
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