Monkey 47 - Gin - Sloe Gin - 50 cl - 29%
Crafted in the heart of the Black Forest (Schwarzwald), Monkey 47 Sloe Gin celebrates the alliance between a craft gin renowned for the finesse of its 47 botanicals and the delicacy of wild sloes. Picked after the first frosts, these blackthorn berries are patiently macerated for a few weeks in the Monkey 47 base, then delicately blended to offer a 29% vol. gin liqueur in a 50 cl format. The ruby color catches the eye, while the nose unfolds an expressive bouquet of sloe, blackberry and blackcurrant, enhanced by a precise juniper and a nuance of almond-marzipan.
On the palate, the attack is lively and crisp, driven by juicy red fruits, citrus zest, and fine spices. The natural sweetness of sloe gin is balanced here by a clean juniper structure, resulting in a profile that is both indulgent and refreshing. The finish is long, slightly almondy and nutty, with a lingering return of red fruits. Served chilled, neat, or over ice, this Monkey 47 Sloe Gin pairs equally well with a red fruit dessert or a high-cocoa dark chocolate.
As for cocktails, it shines in a Sloe & Tonic (Sloe Gin and tonic, slice of blood orange) for a simple and aromatic long drink; in Sloe Royale, topped up with brut champagne or crémant, it becomes a festive and fruity aperitif; in a Bramble d'Automne, with lemon juice, simple syrup and crushed blackberries, it gains depth and freshness. A true benchmark for modern sloe gin, this vintage from Germany combines elegance, precision and intensity, ideal for gin lovers as well as for those curious in search of a highly perfumed sloe liqueur.
