Beefeater Burrough’s Reserve Aged Gin (70cl , 43%)
Beefeater Burrough’s Reserve is a limited-edition, barrel-rested gin created by Beefeater’s Master Distiller, Desmond Payne, in homage to the brand’s founder, James Burrough. It is a unique, premium spirit within the Beefeater portfolio.
Key Features
- Distillation: The gin is produced in small batches using James Burrough’s original 19th-century copper still, known as “Still Number 12,” which has a capacity of just 268 liters. This small batch process and increased copper surface area impart a distinct character to the spirit.
- Aging Process: Unlike traditional London Dry Gins which are unaged, Burrough’s Reserve is rested in oak casks after distillation.
- The first edition used ex-Jean de Lillet (a French aperitif wine) casks.
- Subsequent editions have used a combination of red and white Bordeaux oak casks.
- The aging period is typically for “weeks rather than years,” allowing the gin to take on subtle wood characteristics and a pale golden or copper hue.
- Flavor Profile: The resting process subdues some of the bold juniper notes typical of classic Beefeater gin, replacing them with a complex blend of spicy oak, dried fruit, vanilla, and subtle citrus notes. It is described as dry, complex, and smooth, with a long, evolving finish.
- Serving Suggestion: Due to its complex and nuanced flavor profile, it is specifically recommended to be enjoyed neat and chilled, or in a simple cocktail like an Old Fashioned, rather than mixed in a traditional gin and tonic.
- Limited Availability: Each batch is limited, with every bottle displaying its specific batch and bottle number.
Burrough’s Reserve is considered a spirit that bridges the gap between gin and brown spirits like whisky or aged rum, appealing to enthusiasts of both.
| Weight | 2,2 kg |
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