Minke Irish Gin (70cl, 43.2%)

Minke Irish Gin is made by Clonakilty Distillery in Ireland. Its botanicals include hand-harvested rock samphire from the Cork coast, along with lavender, citrus, cardamom and lemon verbena. The alcohol base is made from whey, giving the gin a silky texture and soft mouthfeel. The Scully family founded Clonakilty Distillery in 2016, and the distillery opened by the water in Clonakilty in 2019. The nose is fresh and dry. The palate is fresh and fruity, with lively citrus notes, followed by rock samphire and green, fennel-like notes. The finish leaves a light saltiness and notes of red pepper.