Bimber Distillery Tastings- Part 1 London Dry Gin, Oak Aged and Summer Fruit Vodka
The tastings this week are split into two. Firstly we have a great selection of award winning gin and vodka.
Then in part 2, and on the back of my visit, I have some notes of some of the in process new make spirit samples that Dariusz shared. Hopefully this will give a really good idea of what Bimber is doing. I’ll also focus on the commercially available new make spirit.
Bimber London Dry Gin 42%abv
In appearance absolutely crystal clear.
On the Nose:
I found this to be quite a piney juniper led gin. Notes of citrus and lemon in the background.
Palate:
The piney juniper comes through on alongside some lovely candied fruit and spice notes. Pepper and coriander with a hint of ginger are all there but not overpowering in any way. What is fantastic is the glorious mouthfeel which is full and warm.
Finish:
Moderate with with lovely juniper and pepper notes.
Overall:
Great classic gin with good full flavour.
Bimber Oak Aged Vodka 42%
The quadruple distilled grain spirit has been aged in bourbon barrels and has taken on a light golden straw colour that’s inviting.
On the Nose:
Quite gentle and mellow on the nose- some oak, caramel and vanilla notes.
Palate:
Like the gin it gives a fantastic full mouthfeel. There are notes of cinnamon, ripe banana, oak and toasted vanilla. For such a short time in cask it has really picked up a lot of character.
Finish:
Smooth and lovely lingering caramel sweetness with the cinnamon hint still there too.
Overall:
Great drink straight up on ice, or maybe while the leave piles are burning outside.
Bimber Summer Fruits Vodka
In the last days of summer I thought I’d try to sneak in this award winner. The summer fruits vodka looks the part with a deep raspberry and red cherry bold colour to it.
On the Nose:
Lots of red fruit on the nose- cheery, strawberry and raspberry. Touch of mint in the background.
Palate:
There are now deeper red fruits with blackcurrant and blackberry coming through on top of the first red fruits. The mint is slightly stronger and accompanied by some pepper.
Finish:
Slightly tannic note on a shortish refreshing finish.
Overall:
Multi layered, great depth to it and again really interesting.
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