It also works as a mixing gin to grapefruit juice, with the exotic citrus notes in the gin adding a sharp and interesting complexity to the bittersweet juice. Served as a tonic over a slice of grapefruit adds a heightened layer of citrus that can make a citrus lover of anyone. This brilliant, citrusy quality of Dockyard Gin is what makes it a perfect pairing with grapefruit. People who love citrus-leaning gins will love Dockyard gin in addition to its pleasant citrus taste, it has a smooth mouthfeel and is nicely warming. Juniper and citrus open the flavor doors to the touch of cardamom and grains of paradise, and an interesting swirl of coriander seeds is present as well. The taste is as pleasant as it smells too. ![]() ![]() Perhaps it is from the Italian lemon peel and Spanish orange that is present in the gin itself, but there are no complaints here––it’s a welcome citrus scent. ![]() Surprisingly, there are even hints of lime, which isn’t even included in the botanical list! On the nose, Dockyard Gin introduces itself with a gorgeous initial aroma of juniper and citrus. You can even find out exactly where the grain from your own bottle is from! Bottled at 41.2% this gin contains juniper, cardamom, elderflower, and grains of paradise. Straight from grain to glass, this premium gin comes from Kent, England. Grapefruit juice and zest serve to enhance the grapefruit flavors already present in this drink and leave a sweet citrus aftertaste when the gin dries out. This light dryness makes Palmer’s Dry Gin a fantastic gin for gin and juice. It’s also a very light and dry gin, leaving no residual taste in the mouth. The powerful bottling strength really helps push the diverse collection of flavors forward without bringing forth a strong alcoholic flavor. This dry gin is abundant with juniper, followed by the lively flavor of grapefruit. On the nose, juniper and coriander certainly jump out, with a very playful hint of grapefruit that quickly fades away. Using 100% English wheat spirit, Palmers Dry Gin also boasts a tasteful array of botanicals, namely juniper, angelica root, orris root, coriander seed, cassia bark, licorice root, and grapefruit. Straight from Birmingham, England, Palmers Gin is a small-batch, classic dry gin that is bottled at 44%. The addition of grapefruit can also lift and awaken your taste buds, perfectly complementing the spicy and herbal notes delivered by star anise, cardamom, and green tea. ![]() This gin is very citrus-leaning, which makes it a perfect gin to mix with grapefruit. The final notes are surprisingly honey-sweet, and the drink gives a pleasant heat. Macedonian juniper is also another inclusion, adding a touch of peppery sweetness. Presented within a brilliant blue bottle, Drumshanbo Gin comes from Ireland but is composed of an array of complex botanicals from traditions all over the world: fresh green tea from China, for example, citruses from the Mediterranean, and the mythical jackrabbit of American folklore on the label.Ī trifecta of citrus fruits is vapor-distilled into the gin: Makrut lime, lemon, and grapefruit. Bottled at 43% the gunpowder in this gin comes from green tea leaves that have been rolled into tiny balls that resemble gunpowder. Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin is a unique drink that packs a unique punch.
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