Citadelle Gin 750ml

France Citadelle is made to the original recipe of 1771, which includes 19 exotic botanicals -- more than any other gin. They give Citadelle its unique, complex, finely-balanced flavor. Wine Enthusiast 94 points - Brisk, clean, and citrusy enough to induce Martini-with-a-twist cravings. The aroma is mild, almost neutral. The palate opens with soft brushes of mint, juniper and citrus, growing more insistently citrusy, juniper-forward and drying with every sip..Kara Newman, August/2019 Ultimate Beverage Challenge 96 points - Luscious juniper shows as rich pine sap dripping on the nose frames an opulently soft gin that showcases unexampled botanicals such as star anise and a breath of lavender behind a curtain of orange peel. Unrestrictedly sumptuous, this gin is a star player for a gin & tonic or martini. - 2019 Ultimate Spirits Challenge (Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation) (Great Value) (Tried & True Award).April/2019 World`s most aromatic gin. 19 botanicals. Beverage Tasting Institute 96 points. The recipe for Citadelle French Gin was created in the Citadelle Distillery of Dunkirk in 1771. France's oldest registered gin distillery, Citadelle was uniquely placed to take the advantage of the flourishing maritime trade routes of the Middle Ages. Dunkirk was the first port of call back in Europe for many seafaring explorers returning from the Orient, their ships laden with exotic herbs and spices such as coriander and cinnamon. The abundance of those spices, or botanicals, persuaded renowned French distillers Carpeau and Stival to build 12 traditional copper pot stills in the Citadelle, the historic fortress protecting the town. The same class of still is employed to make Citadelle gin today. So is Carpeau and Stival's authentic original recipe, which was discovered by French fine liquor producers Gabriel & Andreu as they investigated the old Dunkirk distillery. 44% alcohol