Never Never Distilling Co Mediterranean Gin (50cl, 41%)

A contemporary Australian gin inspired by the Mediterranean, made with Kalamata olive brine, almonds, thyme, basil and native coastal daisy bush, sourced from the McLaren Vale region. Somerton almonds, Lloyd Brothers Kalamata olives and McMillian and Drew herbs are used, along with locally foraged Oleria Axillaris. Creamy marzipan, citrus and olive oils create a silky, luscious palate, balanced by mouthwatering saline from the olive brine and locally grown thyme, bay leaf and basil. The nose has sea spray, fresh herbs, Kalamata olive and olive flesh, lightly dried florals, pine tree and cooking spice. The finish is long, with resinous juniper oils coating the palate and pepper berry developing late.