Edinburgh Cannonball Gin
From: Edinburgh Gin
The navy proof Cannonball Gin was the first speciality gin to be made at Edinburgh Gin Distillery – it is a real blast from the past, and at 57% ABV it resurrects an old-style of gin commissioned by the British Navy.
Cannonball by name and by nature, this is one strong tipple and an intensely flavoured treat. Heady with unique botanicals, there’s a powerful kick of Szechuan pepper and double-strength juniper to counteract the high alcohol content.
Originally required to be 57% ABV so as to not render gunpowder useless, this variety of gin chimes with Edinburgh’s iconic cannons and gun-firing tradition.
Gin-Note™ Flavour Guidance
Powerful and Peppery
Intense flavours of juniper, citrus and Szechuan peppercorns
Ideal mixer: Classic tonic
Recommended garnish: Lemon peel
Ideal serve: Dry Martini
ABV: 57.2%
Spirit base: Grain
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| ABV: | 57.2% |
|---|---|
| Nose: | Big juniper with background spicy notes. |
| Finish: | Very long with the spiciness lingering on the palette. |
| Serve: | We recommend as Dry Martini; 50ml Cannonball and 5ml dry vermouth + 2-3 drops orange bitters, stirred over ice and strained into glass with a lemon peel garnish. |
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