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Hendricks lunar review8/17/2023 Still distinctly floral, but with a delicate. Fans of floral gins will delight in another well-balanced, floral offering from William Grant & Sons. Deeply floral with aromatic notes on the nose, and just a hint of citrus, the flavour carries through with this. If you’re not into floral gins, this one is not for you. Hendricks Lunar Gin is an intriguing combination of the refreshing, the warm and the floral and is designed to be shared and savoured of an evening as the sun. If there’s one thing you can count on a Hendrick’s Gin working well in, it is this. Lesley Gracie’s Cabinet of Curiosities, is a delightfully smooth and alluring gin that offers a delicate balance of gentle spice, subtle floral notes with a soft citrus finish. I might steer clear of the savory Gibson or Dirty Martini here.īut Lunar Gin is at its best in a Gin and Tonic. Hendrick’s Lunar, the second limited edition release from Master Distiller Ms. The Martini, especially with a lemon twist really elevates the subtle citrus character in the gin. The floral notes lend way to the spicy, juniper heart in a Negroni. Even with the floral notes, bartenders can use it in nearly any gin cocktail with good results. CocktailsĪs with many of Hendrick’s Gin offerings, Lunar Gin is an amiable mixer. While not dominant, it’s never out of sight. 4.8 7 Reviews Gin / 43.4 ABV / Scotland Product details Category Gin Region Scotland ABV 43.4 Product description Hendricks Gin is oddly infused with rose and cucumber, and created from eleven botanicals. The juniper is present on the nose and palate. The spice is surprisingly present throughout and it lends balance. Lunar Gin finishes in the radiant glow of honeysuckle flowers, musky rose, and a touch of their signature fresh cucumber.ĭespite the preponderance of floral notes one can pick out while sipping, it is not a one flavor gin. Hendricks Lunar Gin Diffords Guide Discerning Drinkers (2 ratings) rate Add to wish list personalise alc./vol: 43.4 Proof: 86. It settles into a surprisingly spice-led heart of juniper, black peppercorns, Pink Lady Apple and roses. It is an intriguing combination of the refreshing and the warm, designed to be shared and savoured on. Palate: Lunar Gin is predominantly floral. Gin review: Hendrick’s Lunar is a giant leap for spirits fans. Hendricks Lunar Gin is deeply floral and richly aromatic. Honeysuckle and dusty violet sit atop piney juniper with coriander and indistinct spice. Nose: Moderate intensity with a floral lean. Instead, the limited edition release follows suit of their 2019 Midsommer Solstice Gin in evoking a moment, rather than a specific ingredient. Other plants (sometimes botanicals) like honeysuckle and jasmine tend to become more fragrant as the day passes to night.Īs to specifically which flowers? Launched in the UK in 2020, Hendrick’s Lunar is rather shy about its botanical bill. Silene vulgaris blooms at night and its moth-attracting blossoms are described as “spicy” and “clove” like. She elaborated on the aroma of the end product, “there is the rich aroma of night scented flowers.” Hendrick’s Master Distiller, Leslie Gracie was inspired by Ayrshire coast of Scotland and her botanical garden at night when she designed the recipe for Hendrick’s Lunar.
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