Angelica - Me and my Botanical
Nik Fordham
Me and My Botanical: Angelica – with Nik Fordham
Discover the essential role of angelica root in gin production with distiller Nik Fordham. Often described as one of gin’s “foundation botanicals”, angelica has been used in distilling for centuries.
In this presentation, Nik explains how angelica contributes earthy, woody and subtly musky notes, while providing structure and balance to a gin recipe.
Learn why it is regarded as a natural fixative, helping to bind flavours together and create a long, harmonious finish. Drawing on practical distilling experience, Nik explores the origins of angelica, the parts of the plant used in gin production, and how distillers carefully control its use to complement juniper, coriander and citrus without dominating the spirit.
He also discusses the challenges of sourcing high-quality angelica and the impact it has on the overall character and mouthfeel of a well-crafted gin.
Whether you’re a distiller, bartender or gin enthusiast, this presentation offers valuable insight into one of the most important supporting botanicals in gin.
Presented by Nik Fordham for The Gin Guild’s “Me and My Botanical” series.
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