| Rating | 93 |
| Style | Gin |
| Produced In | Scotland |
| ABV | 46% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $40.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Review Updated | 2022-08-09 |
The Botanist Islay Dry Gin Review
Already notable for being made by Scotland’s Bruichladdich Distillery, this gin also stands out for the 22 hand-foraged ingredients included in its botanical bill. It exhibits a vibrant, herbaceous nose, rich in lemon balm, juniper, and wildflower aromas. Each sniff is like a springtime walk through a Scottish meadow. The palate mixes bursts of citrus with a plethora of freshly picked herbs. This gin is fully deserving of its Botanist title.
The Botanist Islay Dry Gin Pros And Cons
Pros
- Includes multiple hand-foraged ingredients
- Captures a sense of place
- Very aromatic
Cons
- Flavor profile lacks a certain punch
- Slightly expensive
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