Citadelle Juniper Décadence Gin 70cl
A limited edition gin, celebrating 25 years of Citadelle gin
Description
Citadelle Juniper Décadence Gin
What better way to celebrate 25 years of Citadelle Gin than by launching an exquisite limited edition? Citadelle have created their Juniper Décadence Gin which is a homage to the juniper tree (the star of the show in all gins).
The juniper trees grow naturally in the Charentes region of France, indeed they are even cultivated in front of the Château de Bonbonnet (the home of Citadelle gin). They took inspiration from the historical practise of ageing and storing gin in wood (similar to wine and other spirits). Whilst this has generally fallen out of practise, it is now regaining in popularity due to the additional flavours imparted in the gin.
For their Décadence gin, they take their signature recipe (used to create the original Citadelle gin), which has its 19 botanicals. They then rest the gin in wooden barrels, which have been made of juniper wood. This process takes a month. These barrels have been custom designed, have a conical shape and hold 100L of the gin.
The process of resting ensures a smokiness from the wood amplifies the herbal notes in the original recipe. The result is a gin with a silkiness, which perfectly coats the mouth. There is an intruiging bittersweetness and the smokiness which merge with the juniper notes. Pepper, coconut, ginger and nutmeg also come through and are enhanced with cinnamon, anise and licorice. However the floral notes are definitely still present, with camphor and angelica present too which unfold as the drink is enjoyed.
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Perfect Serve
A deliciously special gin, which can be slowly enjoyed as it is. However we found adding a neutral tonic enlivened the drink. Take a tall glass filled with ice and add 50ml of the gin. Gently pour over 100ml of Double Dutch Indian Tonic, and stir gently. Garnish with a slice of lemon.
