Conker Gin Review & Tasting Notes


About
Conker Spirit was founded in 2014 by Rupert Holloway, who traded in a career as a chartered surveyor to learn about and pursue creating a new gin; the Dorset Dry. Produced in Dorset's first gin distillery, Conker Gin is distilled in 30 litre copper pot stills using a combination of  10 traditional and local botanicals. With New Forest spring water, the local botanicals include New Forest gorse flowers, elderberries and samphire to contribute sweet, fresh and bitter elements to the gin. With no conkers involved in the gin making, the name 'Conker' comes from a serendipitous single word text message that Rupert received on declaring his intentions to leave his secure job and pursue his passion.

The Gin Guide says...
Conker Gin is smooth and light, with citrus and floral notes balancing wonderfully and with no one botanical overpowering the others. Having started from scratch and finally selected the 38th variation of the gin, Rupert Holloway has put a major focus on quality. This quality shines through and is highlighted by every bottle being hand signed by Rupert himself. As Conker Spirit's Dorset Dry Gin continues to grow in popularity and demand, that could soon become a very time consuming task!

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information

Conker Gin Information

ABV: 40%
Country: England
Distillery: Conker Spirit
Price Band: £35 - £40
Website: www.conkerspirit.co.uk
botanicals

Conker Gin Botanicals

Botanicals: Juniper, coriander, orris root, cassia bark, elderberries, gorse flowers, samphire, orange, angelica root, lime peel
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Key Flavours: Juniper
tasting notes

Conker Gin Tasting Notes

Nose: Fresh & sweet, with juniper & citrus
Palate: Smooth & sweet, with citrus & floral notes
Finish: Lingering & dry, with woody notes
garnish & serving suggestions

Conker Gin Garnish & Serving Suggestions

Garnish / Perfect Serve: Lime peel or gorse flowers
Serving Suggestions: Gin & Tonic or Martini with a twist (lemon or grapefruit)