Description

Blackwoods Vintage Gin Navy Strength 60% Vol. 0.7 l is a bold take on the well-known Blackwoods Gin, combining the characteristic freshness of the Shetland Islands with an impressive navy strength of 60% Vol. The Blackwoods brand is renowned for its vintage gins, in which the botanicals are influenced by the conditions of each harvest, allowing each batch to develop its own unique character. This high-proof premium gin from Scotland is produced using selected botanicals and is aimed at gin lovers who appreciate intense aromas and a particularly expressive juniper character. The high-quality 0.7 l bottle emphasises the exclusive nature of this bottling.

The term ‘Navy Strength Gin’ harks back to the historical tradition of the British Navy, where gin with a higher alcohol content was transported. At 60 % Vol., Blackwoods Gin offers exceptional intensity without losing its balance. Classic botanicals such as juniper are complemented by selected herbs and plants, which lend the gin its complex structure. The high alcohol content ensures a particularly intense aromatic profile and makes this gin an excellent choice for sophisticated cocktails as well as for enjoying neat.

Tasting NoteColour: Clear.

Nose: Strong juniper, fresh citrus notes, floral accents and spicy herbal aromas.

Palate: Intense and complex, with dominant notes of juniper, citrus fruits, herbs, spices and subtle maritime nuances.

Finish: Long-lasting, dry and powerful with a spicy juniper note.

Blackwoods Vintage Gin Navy Strength is ideal for a particularly aromatic gin and tonic, where the intense botanical profile is preserved even with plenty of ice and tonic. It is equally impressive in classic cocktails such as the Martini, Negroni, Tom Collins or Gin Fizz, where its robust Navy Strength character comes into its own. On the culinary front, this Scottish Navy Strength gin pairs beautifully with smoked salmon, seafood, oysters, goat’s cheese or spicy tapas. The combination of 60 % Vol., the distinctive vintage concept, selected botanicals and its Shetland Islands heritage makes Blackwoods Vintage Gin Navy Strength an impressive gin speciality for connoisseurs and lovers of robust spirits.