Manly Spirits Australian Dry Gin

Nose: A mild scent that is distinctly maritime and zesty. Hints of citrus and a sweet, resinous pine aroma. Slightly peppery but overall very well-balanced. Palate: The taste is soothing and crisp – nearly minty with lime citrus and a sweet pine-needle presence again. Finish: Medium. Mild white pepper with citrus zest. This was the original gin created by Manly Spirits, and it's a well-balanced spirit. Flavorful but not heavy, it's ideal for long mixed drinks on a warm summer day. It has a maritime character, but not a salty taste like some highland whiskies. It's more like the feeling of a gentle sea breeze. It shares this maritime quality with their other standard gin, the Coastal Citrus, but while that expression focuses on umami seaweed and fragrant citrus (especially lemon and orange), this one keeps juniper prominent, balanced by lemon and lime. A pleasing modern gin that has earned several awards, including a double gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2018. I'm giving it the same score as the Coastal Citrus (also a multi-award winner). They are equally enjoyable and high-quality, just with slightly different profiles. "Good": 83/100 (3.5 stars)

Superb botanicals. This is premium stuff. It’s not inexpensive but the quality justifies the cost.