Waiheke Distilling Co. Spirit of Waiheke 70clThe Spirit of Waiheke, this signature gin embodies the land, wind and sea. This contemporary dry gin pays homage to its island provenance with a coastal freshness on the nose. Distilled with giant kelp, citrus and a hint of spice. Clean lingering finish with subtle lime. It is perfect with a Mediterranean or Elderflower tonic and a twist of lime, or with a sprig of rosemary for a more savoury alternative.

this one is a little more grounded in reality

it is aged for a total of 7 years: 2 years in American wooden barrels containing Bourbon Whiskey which give intense spicy and vanilla notes and 5 years in Port wine barrels

alongside traditional botanicals

sweet and drying

revealing good acidity

Bottled: 09

Refined distillation has yielded a smooth and 'creamy' finish to the base of vodka that enhances and supports the sweet and creamy nature of the vanilla flavouring

pronounced plum and blackberry aromas are complemented by notes of chocolate and tobacco

There are 14 botanicals in the recipe

All of Jack Daniel's bottles included in this calendar are 5cl

It is a unique marriage of fresh citrus and apple flavours from Sauvignon Blanc and the smooth triple distilled taste of award-winning Auchentoshan single malt Scotch whisky

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