Hendrick’s Gin is not a name I was familiar with before receiving some for review. Come to find out, this is nothing new because most people have no clue who or what Hendrick’s is. Unfortunately, these sad people have no clue what they are missing. One of the newer gins on the market, Hendrick’s has only been around for a short time. However, it has made quite an impression since it came on the market.
One of the first things anyone notices about Hendrick’s is the bottle. The squat bottle is almost black in color. It’s dark enough that you won’t notice the liquor floating around on the inside of the bottle. The apothecary style bottle is hard to pass up because it’s the sign of something good. When it came time to open things up, I was immediately impressed. The cork top was a nice touch and so much better than the average screw top that is found on most liquor bottles.
As clear liquor, one expects something smooth and subtler than your average option in the brown liquors, which tend to offer a sharper taste and more burn for your buck. Hendrick’s is 88 proof and it’s certainly smooth. The smell offers the distinctive, unique flavors of a fine mix of roses, cucumbers, and a burst of juniper. While roses and cucumbers are certainly not the typical Gin flavor, the essence of these items helps to create a flavor in gin that allows Hendrick’s to be known as the best gin that is currently on the market.
I have had gin in the past and find it to be generally pleasing for the most part. However, Hendrick’s blows all previous gin experiences out of the water. The mellow cucumber flavor mixed with the standout flavors of the roses and the light juniper taste is absolutely remarkable. While Hendrick’s may not be well known, fans of this premium liquor are loyal to the brand and the taste of Hendrick’s.
Thanks to the addition of cucumber, it is recommended that you garnish your drink with some English cucumber as this really brings out the flavor and melds quite well. Of course, no garnish is really needed. When you taste the soft warmth from this premium gin all others will pale in comparison. Whether you choose to drink this straight or in the form of a mixed drink, Hendrick’s will envelope your mouth in a blanket of smooth comfort and leave you wanting more.
On the Hendrick’s Gin Website you can take your pick from a number of signature cocktails that will be better with Hendrick’s. One of these simple cocktails, the Mayfair Cocktail brings out the taste of the Gin and was one of the best drinks I have had in recent days.
Hendrick’s should be able to be purchased at most stores selling gin in the United Kingdom. You can also purchase it at stores on the Internet if you cannot find it in your area. If you like gin, Hendrick’s is highly recommended. If you are not a gin fan or not familiar with this type of liquor, but like something subtle and flavorful, you should give Hendrick’s a try. You might just become a fan, too.
If you decide to pick up a bottle, give the Mayfair Cocktail a whirl. I have listed the recipe here for your convenience.
Mayfair Cocktail
Ingredients
2 oz. Hendrick’s Gin
¾ oz. simple syrup
½ oz. fresh lemon juice
2 slices English cucumber
PREPARATION
Prepare a martini glass by wetting the outside of the rim with lime, then dab it carefully in the mixture of kosher salt and dried thyme to “frost” the rim of the glass with the flavor. Assemble the first four ingredients and one slice of cucumber in a mixing glass with ice and shake well. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a thin slice of English Cucumber.
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