Porter's Modern Classic Gin

Porter's Modern Classic Gin

Item # 42445 750mL
$39.96/ Single Bottle
$239.76/ Case of 6
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Tasting Notes

This tiny independent outfit based in Adberdeen is turning out serious gin of outsized flavor considering its scale. Utilizing unique botanicals and a cold distillation method, and meticulous blending techniques, the gins are big in flavor and texture without being harsh on the palate. The Modern Dry has a mostly classic recipe that highlights juniper, coriander, angelica, cassia, lemon, cinnamon and more but the additions of Buddha's Hand citrus, Pink Peppercorn and almond takes this otherwise familiar and solid gin into new and exciting territory. We found notes that reminded us of dried Fireweed, linden blossom tea, preserved lime, lemon verbena and freshly cracked spices.


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History:
Distillation was brought to Scotland from Ireland by missionary monks in the 6th century. In 1644, the first taxes were imposed on Scottish distillers by England, with the result that most of the nation’s whisky was soon distilled illicitly. With the Parliament’s passing of the “Excise Act” in 1824, licensing fees for distilleries were much cheaper. Distilleries started to take out...

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