Awen Nature Ganesh

From France, Awen Nature Ganesh is the 44.8% ABV gin released under the Awen Nature name. It is matured in French oak and finished in Armagnac casks. Its character comes through most clearly when dilutionDilutionThe water added by melting ice. In the right amount it opens the aromas and softens the alcohol; too much flattens the drink.Glossary is measured and the botanical line is allowed to unfold.

Citrus · Woody · Spicy · Herbal

Its documented botanical bill brings together Juniper berriesJuniperThe one compulsory botanical: gin must taste predominantly of juniper. Its "berry" is really a small conifer cone, resinous and peppery.Glossary, Ginger, Turmeric, GalangalGalangalA rhizome related to ginger, more resinous and camphor-like, widely used in South-East Asia.Glossary, Orange peel, Cubeb pepper, Mace, Cardamom, Clove, Cinnamon, Orris root. Juniper supplies a dry, resinousResinousAn aroma reminiscent of pine or fir resin. It is juniper's signature, due to compounds such as pinene.Glossary backbone. The vegetal, spice, citrus or fruit elements named in the recipe add contrast around it and prevent the profile from becoming one-dimensional. At 44.8% ABV, the gin has the concentration to stay legible as ice begins to melt and the drink opens in the glass.

On the nose, the first impression follows juniper and the freshest components of the recipe.

The palate develops in stages: the opening highlights the brighter notes, the mid-palate brings forward the herbal or spicy framework, and the finish returns to a drier, more persistent line. The result rewards a measured, attentive tasting rather than a drink built on overt sweetness or a dominant garnish.

For the GinToLove Perfect ServePerfect serveThe way the producer recommends serving the gin (glass, tonic, ratio, garnish) to show it at its best.Glossary, fill a large balloon glassCopa glassA large stemmed balloon glass, popularised by the Spanish gin and tonic: it stays cold for longer and gathers the aromas above the drink.Glossary with clear iceClear iceIce without air bubbles, made by slow, directional freezing. Denser, it melts more slowly and dilutes less.Glossary, pour 4 cl of Awen Nature Ganesh, add 10 cl of Fever-Tree Indian Tonic Water, stir once and finish with Orange twist and Cardamom. The serve is intentionally restrained: it extends botanicals already present in the gin and preserves a clean, fresh and balanced finish. Take a first sip before any adjustment to the tonic; it keeps the balance between juniper and the supporting botanicals in clear focus.