Whilst most of Johnny Neill’s inspiration for his award-winning Gins comes from his ancestors intrepid exploits abroad, this Rhubarb & Ginger Gin harks from fond memories made slightly closer to home. Post-war, the Whitley Family, now settled into rural England near Daresbury, cultivated their garden with thrilling flavours, serving as inspiration for both the table and indeed their experimentation with new Gins. Johnny’s’ latest Gin evokes childhood memories of visiting his grandparents on their farm by taking a firm Whitley family favourite in rhubarb and placed a warm twist on this with the addition of fresh ginger.
Tasting Notes:
Inspired by the glory of English country gardens, the essence of rhubarb adds a tart crisp edge to the smooth English Gin base,
whilst the ginger extract warms the palate for a full bodied finish.
Botanicals: Juniper, lemon & orange peel, orris bark, angelica root, coriander seeds, rhubarb essence along with ginger extract.
Rhubarb & Ginger Buck:
50ml Whitley Neill Rhubarb & Ginger Gin, 50ml cloudy apple juice, 50ml Ginger Ale, 15ml freshly pressed lemon juice and a lemon wedge to garnish. Serve in a high ball glass over cubed ice.
Simple Serve:
50ml Whitley Neill Rhubarb & Ginger Gin, 100ml Lamb & Watt Original Tonic Water.
Served long over ice and garnished with a thin slice of ginger and a wedge of lemon.