As in all true gins, the taste explosion starts with Juniper but just before that you get the “nose” of the coast, the juniper is then followed by the citrus notes of the bitter orange and grapefruit, the earthiness of the black cardamom all complimented by the sweetness of the honey, cassia bark and fruity hawthorn berries it then finishes with a very slight hint of violet which is created by the lavender.
Serve over ice, with one part gin and three parts of the tonic of your choosing, they use a plain quality tonic as at Hooting Owl, they believe that the flavour should come from the gin not the tonic. Garnish with a sea horse (only Joking), a sage leaf and a slice of orange or grapefruit, you could also use lime if you wish to keep the maritime theme.
