Tarquin's The Seadog Navy Strength: World's Best Gin 2017 From the Cornish Coast
Originally published on gin.directoryTarquin's The Seadog Navy Strength is a Gin made by Southwestern Distillery. ABV: 57% ABV. Our expert rating is 9/10.
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Nose
Fresh, crisp and vibrant juniper with light aromatic spice — orange blossom and a hint of cardamom
Palate
Spicy and citrusy with cardamom centre stage — early orange zest, coriander, hints of cardamom bun with vanilla and almond, heady floral notes and crisp violet
Finish
Crisp and clean with lingering citrus zest and eastern spices — the 57% carries warmth without aggression
Expert Review
9/10World's Best Gin 2017 at San Francisco — Tarquin's flagship at 57%, distilled in copper pot still Tamara over a naked flame. Cardamom, violet and Cornish personality at full naval power.
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