Blackwater Barry's Tea Gin (50cl, 40%)

Blackwater Barry's Tea Gin is a gin from Ireland, bottled at 40% in a 500 ml bottle. Black tea is used twice in its making: Barry's Classic Blend is co-distilled, and brewed tea is added before bottling, giving the gin its golden colour. Juniper, cardamom, cinnamon and lemon accompany this unusual production, with angelica root and Spanish oranges among the other botanicals; the lemons come from Sicily. On the nose, citrus notes meet spice, earthy hints and a light sweetness. The palate is layered, with subtle herbal notes, citrus and vanilla. The finish is long, with a sweet note remaining.