Spy Hop Distilled Gin
Modern Gin
San Juan Island // Washington, USA
San Juan Distilleries is located on the orca-surrounded San Juan Island off of Washington state’s far northwest coast. A vast array of gins and smattering of other spirits with a clear Pacific influence are crafted in a small pot-still in micro batches.
The parts of the revealed recipe proudly boasts an American-West-style with traditional components such as juniper, lemon peel, and anise joined by less common ingredients native to the island like blackberry, wild rose, and lavender. .
San Juan Distilleries is located on the orca-surrounded San Juan Island off of Washington state’s far northwest coast. A vast array of gins and smattering of other spirits with a clear Pacific influence are crafted in a small pot-still in micro batches. The parts of the revealed recipe proudly boasts an American-West-style with traditional components such as juniper, lemon peel, and anise joined by less common ingredients native to the island like blackberry, wild rose, and lavender.
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ageNAS
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Cost
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abv42.0
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Modern GinAka Contemporary, New Western, New Wave, or New American. Not legally defined, but juniper is not the dominate flavor. Often made with botanicals not historically used and/or sourced locally.
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Cask Typeunaged
Tasting Notes
"Although there are no doubt a long list of botanicals in this gin, the predominant flavor is a bold, spicy smack of cardamom. The seed’s earthy character carries on across the palate and the finish is joined by a bit of fruit and a floral component. This is a far cry from a traditional London Dry with little perceptible juniper, but is recommended for fans of big, bold, heady flavors who aren’t afraid of a bit of spice. Perhaps too flavorful and esoteric for classic cocktails, but would be delightful with tonic or fruit juice."