Aviation American Gin (75cl, 42%)

Aviation American Gin is a modern-style gin distilled in small batches in Portland, Oregon. Its botanicals include juniper, lavender, cardamom, sarsaparilla, coriander, anise seed and orange peel. Juniper does not dominate here as it does in a traditional London dry gin. The citrus and floral notes come forward while a classic gin backbone remains, which suits both cocktails and drinking neat. The nose is fresh citrus, lavender and soft juniper. On the palate, balanced botanicals bring cardamom, orange peel and a subtle floral sweetness, and the finish is clean, smooth and lightly spiced, with citrus lingering.