Jamun Gin (70cl, 42.8%)

Jamun is an Indian dry gin from Kasauli in Himachal Pradesh, launched in 2022 and made in small batches. Himalayan juniper and spring water from the mountain region shape it. The botanicals are macerated and then distilled, and include juniper, coriander, cubeb pepper, cinnamon, mint, orange and lemon peel, lemon verbena and the Malabar plum known in India as jamun. Nose: resinous juniper, lemon and orange peel, mint and coriander, with plum fruit, cubeb pepper and cinnamon. Palate: dry and citrus, with juniper, lemon peel, orange peel and gentle herbal sweetness, plus cubeb pepper and cinnamon. Finish: fresh, lightly herbal, with citrus, mint and a fine spice warmth.