Vigilant District Dry Gin

Light hints of berry

I don’t typically drink gin straight but I always will taste it straight to get a full representation of the flavor. Classic juniper flavor with citrus notes. But this one has a definite oily nutty note probably from the sesame. Very smooth and mild with a slight alcohol harshness. Great in a gin and tonic with a couple dashes of cardamom bitters.

Might be my new favorite gin. I don’t like strong pine sol flavor so this is perfect for me. Slightly edges out Sunset Hills gin ($29), but cost a few dollars more ($34).

Sweet, lively and very potent. Makes a helluva Bees Knees, where the fig notes combine with the honey syrup deliciously. Nice work, Jos A Magnus & Co.