Red Door Gin

Another gin from the Highlands, but let's discover what these local distillers have created. Earthy and herbal notes are prominent. It's quite a jolt when you expect berry and evergreen flavors and instead find bark, twigs, and soil, but that's precisely what Red Door offers. It seems the maker favors peaty characteristics, as this might be the first gin suited for Scotch drinkers with its dry and earthy profile. It's likely the creators at Benromach aimed this at those who enjoy haggis and malt whisky, as it's far from a delicate, sweet London gin. One might even wonder if malt was included in the fermentation process, given its strong Scotch identity. So, while this offering from behind the red door may not appeal to all gin enthusiasts, it could attract adventurous Scotch aficionados seeking something different. Sea Buckthorn, Angelica Root, Rowan Berries, and Pearl of Heather are all discernible, which is noteworthy considering I've likely never encountered most of them. Your enjoyment of Red Door gin will undoubtedly vary greatly, as it deviates from a typical juniper-forward dry gin, but it presents a distinct and compelling Highland gin experience. The red door is not one to be painted black; perhaps it sets a new standard for Highland gins.

Red Door Gin offers a prominent nose of juniper, rowan berries, and coriander. The initial taste is bitter, featuring juniper and rowan berries on the palate. The finish brings forth coriander, vanilla, and juniper. Red Door Gin does not perform well in gin-based cocktails and is not particularly enjoyable when consumed neat.

Strong pine notes, it's smooth yet still possesses a kick. This has a very woodsy feel to it.

Robust and refined simultaneously. A rare combination.

Quite pleasant. Botanical notes.