Much stronger than Beefeater, Gordon’s etc. Average folks are tired of the peculiar marketing, the cucumber shaped blimps and the reverse marriage proposals. The main ingredient which gives gin is signature flavor is typically the juniper berry, and often other botanicals and herbs are used as well. It’s been so typed I decided to buy a bottle, and no difference. When I read the reviews on this site about the various gins, it reminds me of the opinions of those who drink Chardonnay wine – they will fight to the death about whether “oaky” or “buttery” are desirable traits for a Chardonnay. I’m a new Gin drinker, so I guess take this with a gain of salt; I love this stuff! The bitterness of the Campari amplifies the bitterness that the gin seems to bring on its own, while juniper rises to the fore. I was struggling to drink 4cl of it neat, which I usually drink as aperative. Three new post-distillation essences are added: Lotus Blossom has a floral flavor with facets of both anise and rose. Worthy for fans of classic gins to dip their toes into the world of contemporary gins, and a good gin to start someone on if they’re unsure of gin. A pioneer of the flavored-gin category, Whitley Neill offers no less … I respect the reviews of those who give me more substance and who acknowledge in their review that others may have a different opinion and that is fine with them. I think it’s average gin, there are much better options nowadays. Too much cucumber. In fact, these stills produced all Hendrick’s Gin for the first 20 years. By blending these two together we get the best of both worlds and to top it off, we infuse it with essences of rose and cucumber which gives Hendrick’s Gin its unique character. Sweet orange, lime zest and a hint of elderflower as well. Mix it with your favorite ingredients for a perfect cucumber tipple. Rest assured, there is more to come! But Hendrick’s is a versatile gin that bartenders are right for loving, because it works well from Gimlet to Martini, and even in the Gin and Juice. A great start to a plethora of wonderful mixed drinks, martinis, or gimlets. Botanicals are placed in a copper basket, and the vapor passes through them. Required fields are marked *. Fill a high ball glass with ice; Add the cucumber and gin, followed by the tonic; Stir gently and serve; Hendrick’s Gin Review It contains 11 botanicals that shine through its zesty nose. I’ve tried several gins including Bombay Sapphire and Tangueray…Hendricks wins even at its price. But they also use a traditional pot still method where botanicals are macerated for 24 hours (all but the rose and cucumber) and distilled. Hendrick's is handcrafted from eleven fine botanicals in preciously small batches. Being relatively new to gin drinking, I came to the game unencumbered by all of what long time gin drinkers carry with them in terms of what gin “should” taste like. Distiller – William Grant & Sons Alcohol by Volume (ABV) – 41.4% There is a Hendrick's Gin cocktail for almost any occasion. The Hendrick’s dirty Martini is something of an underground specialty. Hendrick’s Gin is an extremely well balanced gin, its balance comes entirely from the way we make the gin. : I love gin!! The black glass bottle protects the liquid inside from direct sunlight. The subtle rose notes blossom while juniper and citrus round out the palate. Beyond the cabinet of curiosities we are also constantly working on liquid innovation that has given us Hendrick’s Orbium. Hendrick's gin is bottled in a dark brown, apothecary-style bottle. With these, Gracie worked out an early distilling protocol with dual methods of extracting flavors from botanicals. Yes, it’s cucumber, but I like cucumber…and like I said, it’s not over-the-top citrus and cucumber like Uncle Val’s (which I still like a lot, on occasion). Described as “Hendrick’s in a parallel universe,” Orbium is a limited release gin flavored with quinine, wormwood and lotus blossom, making it the first quininated gin ever produced. Couldn’t believe people raved about Hendricks. But I’d be remiss if I let any of that get in the way of it. The burden of generally being seen at the top of its game. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. It’s a very interesting evening. It’s thee two notes that I think make Hendrick’s standout. Orbium also includes the cucumber and rose essences which are added after distillation. Hendrick’s Orbium Gin is a limited edition expression based on their famous flagship Hendrick’s Gin.The base spirit and botanical bill is identical to Hendrick’s. This is probably the gin they’ll name. Erik Andersson of Hendrick’s Gin reveals the company’s cabinet of curiosities. Users have rated this product 4.5 out of 5 stars. Hendrick’s delivers a fresh cucumber focused Gin with it’s main botanical plus a subtle hint of rose and citrus that culminates in a clean and refreshing taste. Too modern. But that doesn’t mean I’m a novice at drinking gin and martinis—I started that about 20 years ago, and almost exclusively bombay sapphire (sad to say). Lesley Gracie, master distiller at Hendrick’s Gin, has created her own cabinet of curiosities in which she collects wonderful flavors and aromas from around the world. Shake well for 10-15 seconds or until the outside of the shaker becomes frosted. I also find that for a 44% ABV gin, Hendrick’s Gin  works surprisingly well in a Negroni. I’m no expert but I know what I like. Notes of soaked rose petal, lime, Persian cucumbers, Earl Grey Tea and a surprising bitterness. A lot of what Hendrick’s does (and does well) set the stage for some of the contemporary gin fashions we see today. Taking the quintessential Scottish Gin to new worlds, Hendricks Orbium Gin add lotus blossoms, wormwood, and quinine to their signature Gin and reinvent the meaning of … I still think Hendrick’s Gin is a well made gin. latest report on Consumer Taste Preferences in Gin. First tried Hendricks in a G&T with a little squeeze of a quarter of lime. Named for the Pegu Club in Malaysia where it originated, apparently this was a big hit between the world wars at the Savoy Club in London. A limited edition gin that’s deeply floral and definitively HENDRICK'S. Your email address will not be published. Last year, Hendrick's announced the launch of Orbium, a brand new gin that is infused with quinine and the traditional flavours of gin-based drinks. Let's Make (Hendrick's Style) Gin!! Lesley Gracie was voted Gin Icon of the year. I just got into the whole gin obsession thing about 4-5 months ago. It has notes of whatever that liquid is that a cucumber leaves at the bottom of your fridge as it enters its death throes and final incontinence. If you love the bright florality of Hendrick’s, then you have to try Silent Pool Gin at your next happy hour. Not to long after this a friend gave me Bombay Sapphire, of which I was not a fan. Lesley Gracie, master distiller at Hendrick’s Gin, has created her own cabinet of curiosities in which she collects wonderful flavors and aromas from around the world. We have recipes for every skill level, a multitude of occasions, and extraordinary flavours to satisfy almost any palate. Hendrick’a Gin has with it the burden of history. There’s no harshness and the juniper taste come through so clearly. It’s very hot, strong peppery when drinking neat, very unpleasant. Perhaps in 1999.Good? For me, this is how a classic G’n’T should taste. If you go to a dive bar and ask the bartender for a gin drink, it’s happened nearly half a dozen times where she’ll go to the olive tub and a bottle of Hendrick’s. Gone. It is also overpriced. The nose certainly has juniper, but I find the musky hint of rose lightens it and gives it a floral forward impression. The Edwardian era advertising campaign has helped make the brand a stalwart both in bars and in homes. Hendrick’s Gin is a relatively young British gin, having started in 1999. Now that I’m branching out, and realizing that aforementioned Bombay is NOT all there is, I’m having fun trying all the different gins—contemporaries and classics—that are out there. I suppose if you don’t care for a strong gin and like the floral bouquet it would be OK–I like your “gateway” comment, but not for me. Hendrick’s combines the two, marrying the best of the deeper flavors from the pot still, and the lighter flavor from the Carter-head. If you ask the average drinker (notice, I didn’t say gin drinker!)