Defiance Old Tom Gin: Rochdale's Sweet Gin With Douglas Fir and Myrrh
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Nose
Sweet woodland notes — Douglas fir and myrrh softened by sugar, earthy juniper and warming spice
Palate
The fourteen foraged botanicals in sweeter form — spruce and myrrh with citrus, the sweetening bringing out hidden fruit and floral notes, cinnamon warmth
Finish
Sweet woodland fading to earthy anise — the Old Tom sweetening revealing botanical dimensions the Dry hides
Expert Review
7/10Defiance's sweetened expression — the same fourteen foraged botanicals in Old Tom style. Douglas fir and myrrh creating a woodland character softened by traditional sweetening. Lancashire craft with depth.
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