Ungava Canadian Premium Gin 70cl, 43.1% ABV

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Okay, there’s a few of them here. So bare with me on this whirlwind tour. Oh Cloudberry, obsession is they name! I’ve wanted to try fresh versions of this berry for the years since I’ve heard of it. This tart berry grows in only very small quantities in its native range. Though hard to find, it has been used in many northern peoples’ food cultures. Many native northerners made spirits from them, but its most commonly found in jellies and jams. Also known as the “Bakeapple.” Juniper, coriander, angelica root, Orris root, orange peel, lemon peel, cubeb berries, grains of paradise, caraway seeds, elderflower, yarrow, chamomile. Plus an infusion of cucumber and rose petals This is a typically Spanish gin, produced by the Spanish company Distilerías Campeny. All the botanicals are local (from Barcelona). It is also important to notice that the company tried to advertise this gin as a new version, according to the tastes and trends of local consumers The nose is a rather traditional from the start, but with a distinct ethanol edge. A touch of citrusy lemon, a touch of floral, but a good deal of juniper. The color may surprise, but the nose feels very classic. It is the first and only gin to be distilled from cider apples. It is for consumers who love full-bodied, fruity gins

The nose is slightly sweet, a hint of lemon zest but a good deal of juniper. A hint of alcohol as well. Smells quite classic in character. This gin is linked to the London lifestyle, as the image of the product reflects London’s cosmopolitan spirit. London Nº1 gin is linked to the heritage of London gin for two main reasons: first, it reflects the London distilling tradition, and second, it contains 12 botanicals from around the world, which reflects the global trade center heritage of LondonBrecon Special Reserve Gin is a gin with juniper and coriander prevalent along with hints of spicy cinnamon, creating a delectable gin that deserves to be sought out for true gin experts. Brecon Special Reserve is the only fine-quality distilled gin that uses botanicals from the four corners of the world. It is bottled at the Penderyn Distillery using water from the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park (Wales) It is a true London gin for London gin lovers. It reflects London’s cosmopolitan spirit thanks to the botanicals from all around the world I mixed it up in a Negroni, and you get a nice bit of juniper and bitterness here, but the finish is slightly different than expected: a bit of tart berry and floral notes come out at the end. Quite surprising as I found those notes to be very understate neat, but quite interesting that a complex drink like the Negroni would bring them out. The gin is mainly sold in Spain, Germany, the UK, Mexico, Portugal and Italy (its most important markets) but is also present in more than 30 countries

Ungava Gin uses only products from the Ungava Region, which gives it a distinctive image and taste. Consequently, the added value of the product is the strong link with the story, traditions and tastes of the tundra that it evokes in the mind of the consumer Pedeliento, G., Andreini, D. and Dalli, D., 2017. The Local(s) as the New Global? Local Brands for the New Premium Markets for Spirits: The Case of Gin Mare. London: Sage Publications, Inc. Available at: [Accessed 29 Nov 2023].In promoting its product, the company emphasizes the use of local French botanicals, all originally from the Cognac region. Furthermore, the distillation method is based on traditional methods typical of the geographical area It is available in 20 countries and has received top honors from around the world for both taste and design Juniper, coriander, lemon peels, orange peels, angelica, Orris root, liquorice, nutmeg, cassia bark and cinnamon

In a statement, Ungava founder and president Charles Crawford, said: “We are truly sorry that we’ve offended the Inuit community, as this was never our intent, nor does it align with our corporate values and beliefs. We are deeply sorry and we will do better.” The martini again shows a slightly different side of this gin: the citrusy tang comes out a bit, berries and sharpness compliment the herbal notes of Vermouth very nicely. The finish is clean, dry, a bit bitter, but overall very nice for a martini. Highly recommended. Overall Uncle Val’s Botanical Gin is a small-batch botanical gin that can be considered the only gin inspired by love for gardening and the native Tuscan cuisine that make it smooth and delicious Juniper, coriander, lemon, orange, angelica, cassia, liquorice, cinnamon, Orris, nutmeg and a secret ingredientJuniper, absinthe, angelica root, cinchona, coriander, fennel seed, lavender flowers, liquorice and violet root Juniper, angelica, Orris root, coriander seeds, vanilla pods, cardamom, liquorice, orange, lemon and a secret ingredient

Next came what we variously described as ‘fruity’, ‘sweet’, ‘minty’ and ‘fresh’. But we also had ‘grassy’ and ‘lemon tarty’. What we did all seem to agree on was that those ‘tea’ botanicals showed through alongside the juniper, and that there was a definite citrusy undercurrent. It’s also worth flagging that – even those who were at the tarter end of their descriptions – we all agreed that this was extremely smooth and drinkable. How to serve Ungava Gin The Ungava Peninsula, after which the gin is named, is to the top right of Hudson Bay is you were to look on a map. I’ve not been and frankly, as it’s described as a treeless tundra and sounds incredibly cold, I’m not going to rush there! Very happy to be corrected on that by anyone who has been – it’s likely stunningly beautiful like the rest of Canada. Sloane’s Gin is strictly connected to English heritage, with the name of the brand originating with its founder, Sir Hans Sloane, who was a royal physician, botanist, collector and forerunner to the modern gin Nº 209 Gin was born from the combination of modern sensibility and reverence for tradition. Among the premium brands, Nº 209 Gin provides a mix of affinity for the underdog, American ingenuity and hard work, all combined in the unique, cosmopolitan and slightly roguish city of San Francisco Ungava is a unique contemporary gin. The combination of creative ingredients and bathtub-gin-style-infusion culminates in a gin that will have both supporters and detractors among contemporary and classic gin enthusiasts. The obscure flavors and ingredients will leave you wondering, “just what is that flavor?” and reaching for more traditional supports “is that coriander?” But its mixability and unique color will probably have you reaching for it again.Some of the problem lies in the seemingly one-way relationship between the company and Nunavik, the Quebec Inuit territory where the botanicals, from cloudberries to juniper, are harvested, said Stephen Puskas, an Inuk visual artist based in Montreal. “How do Nunavimmiut [Nunavik residents] benefit from the plants harvested on their land and their identity and language used to sell this alcohol?” Puskas recently asked on Facebook. Looking at that botanical mix you’ll see that there’s an interesting line-up here. There are truly some rare botanicals from the Canadian North here as the bottle promises. Of most interest to us was ‘arctic blend’. Arctic blend – a new one on us – is a bit like Labrador tea. This mix promised a new gin experience and we were intrigued to give it a try. Nose I first tried mixing it with Fever Tree but it was not a good match for me, the sweetness of the tonic clashed with the gin. It was much better with Merchant’s Heart tonic, a lovely G&T, not too sweet. It was dry, a touch sweet and bitter; different enough to stand out. And talking of standing out, I liked the subtle golden hue when mixed with tonic.