Ferdinands Saar Quince Gin Slate Riesling Infused 50 cl 30%

In the Saar valley near the Mosel, the Vallendar family grows a rare pear-quince variety that would rarely end up in a glass of gin. Here, the freshly harvested fruit is steeped with the estate's own Saar Dry Gin and a rich Riesling Kabinett.

Expert's description

Ferdinand's Saar Quince Gin is a German gin-based infusion bottled at 30%.

The spirit is produced by Avadis Distillery in the Mosel region under master distiller Andreas Vallendar, who combines over 30 finely tuned botanicals, many from the estate's own cultivation, with hand-picked Riesling grapes from the Zilliken vineyard.

Quince is the house's answer to British sloe gin: freshly harvested muscatel quinces, a rare pear-quince variety grown on the estate, are steeped with the award-winning Saar Dry Gin alongside an infusion of 2011 Saarburger Rausch Kabinett Riesling.

The result is a sweet, wine-like gin liqueur with clear fruitiness and a fine acidity from the Riesling that ties the whole thing together.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is fruity and honeyed with ripe quince, backed by a fresh, wine-like undertone from the Riesling grape.

Palate

The palate is soft and sweet with clear quince fruit, supported by juniper and a fine acidity from the wine.

Finish

The finish is long and wine-like, with a last trace of honey and tart fruit.

Specifications

Name: Ferdinand's Saar Quince
Distillery: Avadis Distillery
Country: Germany
Type: Gin liqueur
ABV: 30%
Size: 50 CL
EAN no.: 4260270190627
Serving suggestion: Neat over ice or as the base of an Old Fashioned variation
Distillery: Ferdinand's Saar Dry Gin

Flavour profile

Fruity · Wine-like · Sweet · Honeyed · Tart

Did you know?

The quinces used for Ferdinand's Saar Quince are a rare pear-quince variety the Vallendar family grows themselves in the Saar valley - almost never used in gin anywhere else in the world.

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Frequently asked questions about Ferdinand's Saar Quince Gin

What does Ferdinand's Saar Quince Gin taste like?

It tastes soft and sweet with clear quince fruit, honeyed sweetness and a fine acidity from the Riesling grape.

What makes Ferdinand's Saar Quince Gin special?

It is made from a rare pear-quince variety the Vallendar family grows themselves in the Saar valley, steeped with the estate's own gin and Riesling Kabinett.

How is Ferdinand's Saar Quince Gin best served?

Enjoy it neat over ice, or use it as the base of an Old Fashioned variation where the quince and Riesling acidity shine. Serve it in a tall highball glass – take a look at our gin & tonic glasses.

Where does Ferdinand's Saar Quince Gin come from?

It is produced by Avadis Distillery in the Saar valley in the Mosel region of Germany.

Is Ferdinand's Saar Quince Gin the same as British sloe gin?

It is inspired by the sloe gin tradition, but uses quince and Riesling instead of sloes, giving it a more wine-like, fruity character.