Citrus - Me and my Botanical
Desmond Payne
Me and My Botanical: Citrus – with Desmond Payne
Join Master Distiller Desmond Payne as he explores the essential role of citrus botanicals in gin production.
From lemon and orange peel to grapefruit, lime and other citrus fruits, Desmond explains how citrus contributes freshness, brightness and complexity to a gin recipe. Discover how different citrus varieties influence aroma and flavour, the importance of balancing citrus with juniper and spice, and how careful botanical selection shapes the character of a gin.
Drawing on decades of distilling experience, Desmond also discusses the differences between fresh and dried citrus, the preparation of citrus botanicals before distillation, and how distillers extract delicate essential oils while avoiding unwanted bitterness.
Whether you’re a distiller, bartender or gin enthusiast, this presentation offers fascinating insight into one of the most important and versatile groups of botanicals used in gin.
Presented by Desmond Payne, Master Distiller and former Grand Rectifier of The Gin Guild.
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