Description
Description
Uncle Val’s Peppered Gin is an exceptional American gin, bottled at 45% in a 0.7-litre bottle, in which various types of pepper, combined with classic juniper, create a distinctive, hearty and spicy profile. The key botanicals include juniper, black pepper, roasted red peppers and pimento, also known as cherry pepper. A distinctive feature lies in the production process: the alcoholic base is first intensively filtered and purified before the selected botanicals are added after distillation. This allows the individual components to be precisely balanced against one another. Black pepper provides an intense spiciness, roasted red peppers contribute an earthy, smoky note, whilst pimento adds further savoury accents and juniper preserves the classic gin character.
Despite its pronounced peppery spice, Uncle Val’s Peppered Gin has been developed both for enjoying neat and as a versatile base for cocktails and long drinks. Its unusual botanical profile harmonises particularly well with citrus fruits, various other fruits and natural Sodawasser. The presentation also reflects Uncle Val’s distinctive style: the dark green bottle, manufactured in Italy with pronounced, tapered shoulders, is modelled on historic bitter bottles from the 18th and 19th centuries. The nostalgic label, featuring an image of Uncle Val reminiscent of a Roman coin, complements this design and links the spicy Peppered Gin with the brand’s identity, inspired by Italian artisanal tradition.
Tasting NoteColour: Clear.
Nose: Intensely spicy with black pepper and a subtle hint of roasted red pepper, accompanied by juniper.
Palate: Full-bodied yet smooth, with fresh, spicy pepper, a slightly salty note and sweet juniper, followed by roasted paprika and savoury pimento.
Finish: Long-lasting and spicy with a distinct lingering note of black pepper, juniper and a subtle smoky paprika note.
Thanks to its savoury, spicy profile, Uncle Val’s Peppered Gin is particularly well suited to a gin and tonic made with a fairly neutral tonic water that does not overpower the peppery notes. In cocktails, it pairs very well with citrus fruits, fruit juices or soda, and is particularly well-suited to spicy and savoury gin creations. Served neat or on the rocks, the combination of black pepper, juniper and roasted paprika really comes into its own. On the culinary front, grilled vegetables, spicy tapas, antipasti or mature cheeses complement its robust character.
