I believe this is a very good, mild, cucumber-forward option. It's not superior to Hendricks, but it offers the closest flavor profile. It's like a diluted version of Hendricks. Definitely enjoyable and I'll keep it in my collection.
Uncle Val's Restorative Gin
Gin Gin California No age statement 45% ABV
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Introduced in 2014 by 3 Badge Mixology (formerly 35 Maple Street), Uncle Val's Restorative Gin followed their 2012 Botanical Gin release. This gin is crafted by infusing a neutral grain spirit with four botanicals: juniper, coriander, cucumber, and rose petals. Following distillation, it is bottled at 45% ABV.
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Really light and refreshing. A bit sweet. Less cucumber-like than Hendricks but still in the same category. Excellent with soda and lemon. Delicious!
Abundant flavor, floral character. I tried it with lime and do not suggest it. It is much better enjoyed neat or in a martini to fully appreciate all the tastes.
A companion mentioned she likes it because it “tastes like nothing”... essentially, it's like vodka. It has no distinct flavor.
Cucumber and rose.
Pinkish, fragrant
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Closest flavor profiles across the whole catalog.