McQueen and the Violet Fog Gin Review - Gin Raiders
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McQueen and the Violet Fog Gin

  • Distiller:

    Sovereign Brands

  • Bottler:

    Sovereign Brands

  • ABV:

    40%

  • Age:

    NA

  • 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.

  • Nose:

    Bold, fruity and sweet, this reminds me of those fruity Dots candies, couples with some pepper and a pop of ethanol.

  • 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.

  • Finish:

    Long finish, leaning heavy on pepper, lavender and a hint of Juniper.

  • 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.

  • Score:

    6

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