King of Soho Variorum Gin 70cl
A fruity, strawberry flavoured edition enhanced with citrus and floral notes
Description
King of Soho Variorum Gin
The story behind the King of Soho gins starts with Alex Robson, and Howard Raymond sat drinking a classic gin cocktail.
Howard's father was Paul Raymond, a property tycoon, who revolutionised the area of Soho in London, making it the cultural centre it is today.
They wanted to create something which was a true homage to the legacy left by Paul.
The result is The King of Soho Gin, itself a reference to Paul. The bottle is bold and colourful, embodying the characteristics that make the area of Soho unique, reflecting both the past and the present of this vibrant and hedonistic district of London.
Their Variorum edition (which is a Pink Berry Gin), utilises their original London Dry, and adds deliciously fruity notes of strawberry.
In this edition it is the strawberry, floral notes of chamomile and again citrus which are the key botanicals. The strawberry flavours are entirely natural.
Interesting fact: A variorum edition (in literature) is an original works with notes. The creativity, and literary works of Soho inspired this.
On the nose there is a defined fresh strawberry note, joined by floral chamomile, a hint of juniper and a touch of citrus.
On the palate there is a gentle sweetness, with a burst of strawberry flavour. A light citrus touch helps ensure the sweetness is not too pronounced, and is joined by creamy vanilla, along with a touch of juniper and floral notes from chamomile.
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Perfect Serve
Delicious enjoyed as a longer drink, and it pairs well with tonics of lemonades. We love this paired with Fentimans Gently Sparkling Elderflower. Take a large glass filled with ice and add 50ml of the gin. Gently pour over 150 - 200ml of the mixer and stir well. Garnish with a sliced strawberry.
For something a little creamier, try a Variorum Foxy. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice add 35ml of the Varorium Gin, 25ml of Baileys Cream Liqueur, 25ml of Milk and 25ml of Cream. Shake vigorously and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with a slice of Strawberry
