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McQueen and the Violet Fog Gin
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Distiller:
Sovereign Brands
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Bottler:
Sovereign Brands
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ABV:
40%
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Age:
NA
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Price:
$$$$$
- Raided Score: 88
- Publication: Gin Raiders
- Excerpt: Really interesting gin here from McQueen and while it’s far more aromatic than I typically roll with, the fruits and lavender could have some really fascinating cocktail experiences ahead of them.
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- Raided Score: 85
- Publication: Distiller
- Excerpt: Lavender leads the way on a floral palate with an oily mouthfeel, along with anise, lemon, and sage.
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- Raided Score: 93
- Publication: Wine Enthusiast
- Excerpt: This gin is clear, with a distinctly sweet candied lemon peel fragrance.
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- Raided Score: 90
- Publication: Drinkhacker
- Excerpt: Complex, versatile, and recommended.
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Intro:
Hailing from the hills of Jundiaí, Brazil, Sovereign Brands’ McQueen and the Violet Fog features a sugarcane base and a fusion of 21 botanicals, including lemongrass, pomelo peel, orris root and jasmine flower.
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Nose:
Bold, fruity and sweet, this reminds me of those fruity Dots candies, couples with some pepper and a pop of ethanol.
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Taste:
Pleasant and sweet on the palate, full of lavender, strawberry and grape notes. Orange puree, vanilla been. It’s sweet and floral with a good bit of candied fruits and artificial fruitiness.
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Finish:
Long finish, leaning heavy on pepper, lavender and a hint of Juniper.
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Overall:
Really interesting gin here from McQueen and while it’s far more aromatic than I typically roll with, the fruits and lavender could have some really fascinating cocktail experiences ahead of them.
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Score:
6
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