Citadelle Vive Le Cornichon

Citadelle Gin is triple-distilled in the Cognac region of France by producer Pierre Ferrand using wheat and spring water. Before being steeped in neutral alcohol, the master distiller selects the 19 botanicals that will complement the freshness of the juniper with tart, floral and exotic flavours. A work of fine balance, it allows the flavours and aromas to intermingle in a perfect harmony. Once the steeping is complete, the infusion is then distilled in small Charentais pot stills with an open flame. The slow distillation allows the distiller to precisely select the heart of the gin, whilst the relatively low swan’s neck favours the concentration of essential oils; all of which contributing to the gin’s aromatic quality.

VIVE LE CORNICHON!

This new edition stars the small but mighty cornichon pickle, a true symbol of France. Oui, you read that right, the pickle! But not just any gherkin will do the cornichons infused in Citadelle Originals aromatic base come from Maison Marc, well known to foodies and fans of French terroirs. This Burgundy-based family business grows its Cucumis sativus without insecticides, herbicides or preservatives, and picks every one by hand.

With this unprecedented creation, Alexandre Gabriel and his teams once again push the boundaries of experimentation. His mantra Impossible is not Ferrand has never rung so true. And believe us, Citadelle Vive le Cornichon gin will surprise and delight you!

Style

Dry Gin

Key Botanicals

19 different botanicals, juniper berries, almond, orris root, fennel, aniseed, grains of paradise, orange peel, cardamom, violet root, lemon peel, coriander seeds, cubeb berries, cassia bark, liquorice root, savory, nutmeg, angelica root, cumin & cinnamon. CORNICHONS!

Tasting Notes

Intense, herbaceous notes of juniper and aniseed, followed by the vinegar and salty dimensions of the pickles. A long and persistent final with a subtle touch of mustard and pearl onions.

Perfect Serve

Premium tonic garnished with a cornichon. If you don’t try this in a Gibson Martini you are drinking it wrong!