J.Rose London Dry Gin - Woman With Blue Hair (70cl, 43%)

J.Rose is an Italian London dry gin presented in a 700ml bottle at 43% ABV. Each bottle carries a handmade label inspired by Italian art, with drawings by Milo Manara, and the cap holds a small stainless steel dagger that can be used as a pendant or keychain. The gin is built around juniper, with bergamot and mandarin peel, prickly pear blossom and oak bark among its nine botanicals. The prickly pear blossom adds a subtle floral note that carries through to a fruity aftertaste. On the nose it is warm and pungent, with refreshing citrus and a subtle floral note. The palate carries a fruity aftertaste, with toasted notes reminiscent of hazelnut and walnut.