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Certified Scottish Gin
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This gin was originally released in 2017 as the official gin of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. True to form, it bears the the official Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo tartan, which celebrates the entwined colours of the Armed Forces. The gin is distilled with four indigenous Scottish botanicals – heather, milk thistle, bog myrtle and Scots Pine, which lend sweet, earthy and floral notes to the characterful Bombay recipe, for a spectacularly smooth and stirring spirit.
Tasting Notes
Flavours
Nose
Dominant pine notes flood the nose, while earthy heather follows on.
Taste
Scots pine strengthens the energised juniper, followed by delicate floral tones with a definite punch of lemony citrus.
Finish
Emerging sweetness shines through to reveal a delicately smooth finish.
How to enjoy this gin
Slices of green apple, a fresh Scottish bramble, tonic and ice.
About Pickering's Gin
Established in 2013, Summerhall Distillery, Edinburgh’s first exclusive gin distillery in over 150 years, is housed on the site of an old animal hospital and veterinary school known locally as the Dick Vet. It’s now an arts venue called Summerhall with a pub and the distillery next door. Pickering’s was lovingly created by its founders, Marcus Pickering and Matthew Gammell. Business partners for 12 years. Friends for even longer. Their ethos? If you can’t find what you want, make it yourself. Marcus’s interest in gin came from his time working at Skibo Castle, perfecting cocktails and leading tours around the local distilleries. Matthew was responsible for transforming the old animal hospital dog kennels into a fully operational distillery, armed with his engineering degree and experience in the property renovation and construction sector.
Production
The Summerhall Distillery, Edinburgh’s first gin distillery in the city for over 150 years, is located in Edinburgh’s old animal hospital, The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies or locally know as the ‘Dick Vet’. In 2013 it was refurbished and became one of Europe’s leading centres for creative arts housing an international art museum as well as hosting theatre, music and literature events in the building. The distillery is discreetly tucked just off the main courtyard and resides in the old dog kennels. Packed with character, it is a fitting home for Pickering’s gin and a magical setting for tours and tastings.
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