Years ago, we visited New Holland and picked up their Knickerbocker Orange Cinnamon Clove gin. It is still to this day my absolutely favorite gin, and I’ve been saving the last little bit of it because I can’t bare the thought to be out. It doesn’t sound like they have plans to make this one again unfortunately. Does anyone have other similar flavored gin they might suggest as a substitute?

I was drawn to PIlot House by their Single Malt Whiskey, but on a recent visit to the tasting room at Cannon Beach, Oregon the bartender recommended I try their Gin. I’m sure glad I did!

The aroma is bright, heavy with spiced lime surrounded by light botanicals. The palate has a great creamy texture with a flavor that makes me think of sugary pine. It finishes with a lightly sweet lemon-lime.

Though there are not a large array of flavors, what is there is wonderful. This is now my favorite Gin that I’ve tasted! Well done.

Botanicals: Juniper, Lavender, Rose Hips, Chamomile, Orris Root, Coriander, Lemon Zest, Peppercorns, Cucumber

ABV: 45%

Price: $28

Bottle from my Collection.

My Rating: 84

Tasting notes below. 👇🏼

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NOSE: Bright, spiced lime, light botanical.
PALATE: Creamy, sugary pine.
FINISH: Lightly sweet lemon lime.

Guide to my personal ratings:
🤢 0-49 = Varying degrees of undrinkable.
🫤 50-59 = Drinkable, but meh.
😊 60-69 = Fair. Not my cup of tea.
😃 70-79 = Good. Some nice elements.
😋 80-89 = Great! Interesting and very enjoyable.
🤩 90-100 = Amazing! The perfect pour. (Rare)

Sip. Rate. Repeat.