Monkey Gin 47 47° (47°)

Monkey 47 is made from 47 plant-based ingredients at the German distillery Black Forest.

Each batch is only 1250 liters and distillation takes place in steam-heated stills.

Each bottle is numbered, with the batch reference and bottling date.

Tasting notes from Thomas

The nose is rich, relaying the intermingling of the various ingredients. Juniper berries are not very prominent. However, there are elderberry candies, flowers (hibiscus, jasmine), a touch of cola and a light woodiness (cedar). Citrus fruits are present in the background, but only slightly (pomelo). We have to wait a few moments to discover lime, camphor, coriander and a sort of potpourri.

The palate is clean. Citrus fruits are more clearly expressed (lime, lemon, orange), accompanied by spices (Sichuan pepper, cinnamon). Refreshing herbal notes then take center stage, with coriander, cut grass, juniper berries and camphor. There are also occasional hints of cedar, orgeat and star anise.

The finish is fresh, carried by the brightness of camphor, the quiet strength of Sichuan pepper and the personality of citrus fruits (lime, orange). A touch of coriander, pepper, lime and a floral note (potpourri) remain.

" A diversified gin that becomes very legible on the palate, inviting citrus, vegetation and spices... "

In cocktails

Find Monkey Gin 47 in our Gimlet recipe.