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Review: Madam Pattirini Gin

Jeff Ellingson — Sat, 21 Mar 2020 19:46:49 +0000

Madam Pattirini Gin was launched in 2017. It is produced at Ogden’s Own Distillery in Ogden Utah. This distillery also produces Five Wives Vodka, Underground Herbal Spirit, Porters Fire Whiskey Liqueur, and Porters Peach, Apple, and Huckleberry Liqueurs. Madam Pattirini Gin is named after Brigham Morris Young the 35th child of Brigham Young, a.k.a.Madam Pattirini. […]

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Review: Fords Gin

Jeff Ellingson — Mon, 17 Feb 2020 00:19:28 +0000

Fords Gin is a collaboration between 8th generation Master Distiller Charles Maxwell and gin expert Simon Ford. It is one of several spirits created by Simon Ford and his 86 Co. Brand. It is the only one that bears his name. 86 Co. was acquired by Brown-Foreman the owner of several brands including Jack Daniels, […]

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Review: Citadelle Gin

Jeff Ellingson — Tue, 19 Apr 2016 00:17:22 +0000

Citadelle Gin, at 19, may hold the title as the gin with the most botanicals. It was introduced in the US in 1998 and is the result of Cognac Ferrand setting out to create one of the worlds finest gins. To achieve this they researched, found, and updated an 18th century recipe. Citadelle is triple distilled from […]

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Review: Dripping Springs Artisan Gin

Jeff Ellingson — Tue, 12 Apr 2016 00:35:31 +0000

Dripping Springs Artisan Gin was crafted by brothers Gary and Kevin Kelleher, and introduced September 2014. They also craft a very tasty vodka and Texas Orange flavored vodka. It is made with sweet Mid-Western non GMO corn and is micro distilled over 20 times in small 50 gallon batches. Nine botanicals including juniper, hibiscus, cardamom […]

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Review: Nolets Silver Dry Gin

Jeff Ellingson — Mon, 04 Apr 2016 00:18:14 +0000

Nolets Silver Dry Gin is crafted at the oldest distillery in Holland where they have been distilling spirits since 1691. This is the same distillery and family that created Ketel One Vodka. Nolets Silver Dry Gin was created by eleventh generation sons Carl Jr. and Bob Nolet with their father Carolus Sr. It is made from premium winter wheat […]

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Review: New Amsterdam Gin

Jeff Ellingson — Thu, 31 Mar 2016 04:33:21 +0000

New Amsterdam Gin was introduced in 2008 by E&J Gallo Winery. While E&J Gallo is best known as the largest exporter of California wine, they also have a growing line of spirits. These spirits include New Amsterdam Vodka, Shellback Rum, E&J Brandy, and Familia Camarena Tequila. New Amsterdam Gin is made with a neutral grain spirit base and is crafted […]

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Review: Bombay Sapphire Gin

Jeff Ellingson — Mon, 28 Mar 2016 00:50:35 +0000

Bombay Sapphire Gin was introduced in 1987. The name comes from the Star of Bombay, a famous Indian sapphire pictured on the label and currently on display at the Smithsonian Institute. Sapphire is triple distilled using a Carterhead still. The ten botanicals used are held separate from the spirit in perforated copper baskets. The alcohol […]

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Review: No. 3 London Dry Gin

Jeff Ellingson — Tue, 22 Mar 2016 00:32:13 +0000

No. 3 London Dry Gin is named for the No. 3 St. James Street address where Berry Bros. and Rudd, London’s oldest wine and spirit merchant has been home to since 1698. The key on each bottle is a replica of the key once used to open their doors. No. 3 is distilled at one of Hollands […]

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Review: Hendricks Gin

Jeff Ellingson — Sun, 20 Mar 2016 01:25:48 +0000

Hendricks Gin was released in 1999 by the William Grant and Sons Distillery. This distillery is best known for the Scotch Whiskey they have been creating since 1887. Those brands include Glenfiddich and The Balvenie. This was the culmination of an 11 year journey by Master Distiller Lesley Gracie to craft a spirit using 2 […]

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Review: Bulldog Gin

Jeff Ellingson — Sat, 12 Mar 2016 00:18:29 +0000

Bulldog Gin was launched in 2007 and it is crafted in London at a distillery that has been producing gin for over 250 years. It is made from Norfolk wheat from the East Anglia region of England, fresh water from Wales, and 12 botanicals. Those botanicals include Chinese dragon eye, a fruit related to lychee and known […]

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