The gin is named after the Harahorn, the Scandinavian answer to the American jackalope, a mythical horned hare that adorns the distinctive blue bottle.
Expert's description
Harahorn Gin is a Norwegian Small Batch Gin from Det Norske Brenneri, bottled at 46%.
The distillery in Grimstad was founded in 2011, after Norway's state alcohol monopoly was dissolved in 2005, making it Norway's first private distillery in over 80 years.
Beyond classic botanicals like juniper, coriander, angelica, marjoram, grains of paradise and anise, the gin uses Norwegian ingredients such as juniper from Røros, blueberries from Nordmarka, rhubarb from Grimstad, bladderwrack from Stadt, angelica from Oppdal and Norwegian oregano from Sunndal.
Each batch is weighed, measured and assembled by hand in portions of just 300 litres, ensuring high and consistent quality. The gin was crowned 2019 Gin of the Year at the USA Spirits Ratings.
Tasting notes
Nose
The nose is complex, with distinct juniper backed by fresh forest berries and a touch of mineral salinity from the bladderwrack.
Palate
The palate offers blueberry and rhubarb alongside spiced coriander and angelica, where the bladderwrack adds a light salty depth.
Finish
The finish is long and woodland-like, with lingering notes of berries and herbs.
Specifications
Name: Harahorn Gin
Distillery: Det Norske Brenneri
Country: Norway
Type: Gin
ABV: 46%
Size: 5 CL
Serving suggestion: Gin & Tonic with a slice of lime
Distillery: Harahorn Gin
Flavour profile
Berry · Mineral · Spiced · Woodland
Did you know?
Harahorn Gin was crowned 2019 Gin of the Year at the USA Spirits Ratings in San Francisco.
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