Citrusgin Premium London Dry Citrus Gin Whisky.dk Silvio Carta Italy 70 cl 38%

The sun beats down on Sardinia's lemon groves, where the air hangs heavy with peeled citrus and wild Mediterranean herbs. Somewhere between salt water and stony ground, this gin was born — a tribute to one family's lifelong love of citrus.

Expert's Description

Citrusgin is an Italian London Dry Citrus Gin from Silvio Carta, distilled in Sardinia and bottled at 38%.

Silvio Carta has more than 60 years of experience making wine and spirits on the island, and although the founder himself is in his 90s, he still tends his own lemon groves, used among other things in the family's Limoncello. Today the distillery is run by his grandchildren, who continue the tradition of Sardinian gin and liqueurs made with local herbs such as myrtle, sage and lentischio.

This Citrusgin was created specially for Whisky.dk in a small batch — Batch 001 — building on the house's signature style: citrus up front, supported by mint, sage and the resinous, faintly spicy lentischio, a wild shrub that grows alongside juniper and myrtle in Sardinia's coastal scrubland.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh citrus peel, mostly lemon with a touch of blood orange, meets a hint of mint and dried Mediterranean herbs.

Palate

Round and spiced with clear citrus, where sage and the resinous lentischio add depth, and a faintly salty, coastal undertone echoes the island's location by the sea.

Finish

Long and refreshing, with mint and citrus peel lingering the longest.

Specifications

Name: Citrusgin
Distillery: Silvio Carta
Region/Country: Sardinia, Italy
Type: London Dry Citrus Gin
ABV: 38%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 8005765970973
Edition: Batch 001 – exclusive to Whisky.dk
Serving suggestion: Gin & Tonic with fresh rosemary and a slice of blood orange, or as the base of a Negroni with a citrus twist

Flavour Profile

Citrus-Fresh · Herbal · Salty Edge · Crisp

Did You Know?

Citrusgin is made in a small, exclusive batch just for Whisky.dk – Batch 001 – so you won't find it anywhere else in Denmark.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Citrusgin

What makes Citrusgin from Silvio Carta special?

It's the combination of citrus and Sardinian botanicals such as lentischio, myrtle and sage that gives the gin its Mediterranean character. It's also made in a small batch exclusively for Whisky.dk.

What botanicals are in Citrusgin?

The label highlights citrus, lentischio, mint and sage. Lentischio is a wild, resinous shrub that grows in Sardinia's coastal scrubland alongside myrtle and juniper.

How is Citrusgin best served?

As a classic Gin & Tonic with a good tonic water and a slice of blood orange or lemon. You can find inspiration for the perfect Gin & Tonic in our recipe here.

What food pairs well with Citrusgin?

The citrus and herbal notes work well with shellfish, white fish, and dishes featuring fresh mint or sage, such as lamb or summer salads.

How should I store Citrusgin?

Standing or lying down, somewhere cool and dark, with the cap tightened after use. Gin doesn't do well in direct sunlight over time.

Is Citrusgin a good gift?

Yes, especially because it's an exclusive batch you won't find anywhere else. The colourful citrus label also makes it an attractive gift in its own right.

Who is the man behind Silvio Carta?

Silvio Carta founded his Sardinian wine and spirits house more than 60 years ago. Even in his 90s, he still tends his own lemon groves, while the business is now run by his grandchildren.