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Harvest Gin 2019
Product of Sydney
Australia
Harvest 2019 Poorman’s Orange Gin is the first spirit from a new vintage series that celebrates the bounty and diversity of Australia’s annual harvest. Featuring individually distilled Poorman’s orange and bergamot orange peel, emerald green finger lime and lemon scented gum, this first vintage gin is bold and complex with a naturally infused orange blossom blush.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
A slight amber blush.
Nose
The scent greets you like a spring orchard; heady with vibrant citrus peel, fresh flowers and dewy grass. As the aroma settles tropical fruits, honey, pine and berry sherbet can be found.
Palate
A syrupy texture makes way for pronounced and nuanced citrus underpinned by mango before resolving with raspberry jam.
Finish
Lime zest, pine and a citrus pith create a satisfyingly dry conclusion. Lingers with citrus and juniper.
Production Notes
Botanicals Sourced
Botanicals Sourced
Gin is only as good as its ingredients. By working closely with providores and embracing experimental techniques, emphasis could be placed on local ingredients which speak of their uniquely Australian provenance.
| Botanical | State | Origin | Sourcing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poorman’s orange peel | Fresh | Hunter Valley, NSW | Cultivated |
| Bergamot peel | Fresh | Hunter Valley, NSW | Cultivated |
| Emerald green finger lime | Fresh | Red Gully, Western Australia | Cultivated |
| Lemon scented gum | Fresh | Wodonga, Victoria | Wild |
| Orange blossom | Dried | Europe | Cultivated |
| Juniper | Dried | Macedonia | Wild foraged by hand |
| Strawberry gum | Dried | Northern Tablelands of New South Wales | Cultivated - threatened species |
| Waxflower | Fresh | Greater Sydney | Cultivated |
| River mint | Dried | South Australia | Ethically sourced |
| Valencia orange peel | Fresh | New South Wales Riverina | Cultivated |
| Orris root | Dried | Morocco | Cultivated |
| Raspberry | Fresh | South Eastern Australia | Cultivated |
| Apricot | Fresh | South Eastern Australia | Cultivated |
| Ruby Red grapefruit | Fresh | Australia | Cultivated |
Distillation
Distillation
By meticulously distilling each botanical separately we pay respect to the ingredient and can optimise conditions to achieve the best possible flavour.
| Botanical | Still | Manufacturer | Steep | Position in still |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poorman’s orange peel | Botanical | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | No | Carter head |
| Bergamot peel | Botanical | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | No | Carter head |
| Emerald green finger lime | Botanical | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | No | Pot /Carter head |
| Lemon scented gum | Botanical | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | No | Carter head |
| Orange blossom | N/A | N/A | Yes | Maceration |
| Juniper | Botanical | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | Yes | Carter head |
| Strawberry gum | Botanical | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | No | Carter head |
| Waxflower | Botanical | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | No | Carter head |
| River mint | Botanical | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | No | Carter head |
| Valencia orange peel | Botanical | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | No | Carter head |
| Orris root | Botanical | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | No | Carter head |
| Raspberry | Botanical | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | No | Pot |
| Apricot | Botanical | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | No | Pot |
| Ruby Red grapefruit | Botanical | Knapp Lewer, Tasmania | No | Pot /Carter head |
Flavour Elements
Flavour Elements
Carefully uniting the individual botanical distillates requires great skill. Understanding how to make flavours cooperate is how inspiring gins are crafted.
| Botanical | Aroma | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Poorman’s orange peel | Sweet citrus | Tropical citrus with chewy orange |
| Bergamot peel | Yuzu, floral, Earl Grey tea | Deep yet vibrant lemon with floral hints |
| Emerald green finger lime | Kaffir lime, lemongrass | Herbal accented citrus |
| Lemon scented gum | Eucalyptus, lemon, citronella | Distinctively Australian aroma |
| Orange blossom | Honey, pollen, sherbet | Floral citrus accent giving depth and complexity |
| Juniper | Pine, pepper | Classic London Dry profile |
| Strawberry gum | Berry sherbet, gum leaves | Floral and fruity highlights |
| Waxflower | Tea tree, kaffir lime leaf | Distinctively Australian aroma |
| River mint | Spearmint, green tea | Complex herbal elements |
| Valencia orange peel | Orange jelly beans | Acidity and focus |
| Orris root | Violets, musk | Floral highlights and to bind flavours |
| Raspberry | Stone fruit | Sweetness and intensity |
| Apricot | Jam | Compliments citrus with berry highlights |
| Ruby Red grapefruit | Sweet citrus, berries | Complexity of citrus character |
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