Pienaar And Sons
Orient Gin
Gin from South Africa
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R110 nationwide
Delivery is within 1–2 business days to main centres and 3–4 business days to outlying areas.
Pienaar & Sons is a distinctive craft distillery based in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa. The distillery is a father and son venture, with both having extensive backgrounds in chemistry. The father is a skilled designer of distillation equipment and a qualified chemical engineer, while his son, Andre Pienaar, has studied Chemistry and Biochemistry. This unique blend of expertise has fueled their approach to distilling, allowing them to innovate while still appreciating traditional distillation methods.
Pienaar & Sons Orient Gin is a distinctive gin that embodies the essence of Cape Town's historical spice trade with the East.
Nose:
The Orient Gin offers a compelling aromatic profile characterized by intense spices and citrus notes. These are beautifully balanced with softer vanilla hints, creating a bold and inviting aroma that sets the stage for its intricate flavors.
Palate:
Upon tasting, it delivers a complex blend of sweet vanilla and bright mandarin orange flavors at the forefront. This sweetness is punctuated by robust and fiery notes of cassia, ginger, and allspice, which add depth and warmth to the overall flavor profile.
Finish:
The finish of this gin is long and warming, with the spiciness lingering alongside the citrus and vanilla notes. This leaves a lasting impression that’s both flavorful and complex, maintaining the spicy character to the end.
Awards:
Double Gold at the SA Craft Gin Awards in 2019 and scoring 91 points at the Oiwsc.