BUSS N°509 Cherry Gin

BUSS N°509 Cherry Gin is produced in Antwerp by Buss Spirits as part of the N°509 series focused on fruit-led compositions anchored in a classical botanical base. The cherry component is integrated during production rather than added as postdistillation flavouring, allowing the fruit profile to remain aligned with the house approach of natural infusion. The botanical framework includes juniper berries, coriander, cardamom, angelica, vanilla, liquorice, iris, orange, lemon and almond, selected to support fruit expression without resorting to excessive sweetness or masking additions.

On the nose, the gin presents a cherry note that is defined more by fruit aroma than confectionery sweetness, supported by light almond nuance and soft citrus contour. The palate follows with measured cherry presence, showing red-fruit character that remains integrated with orange and lemon freshness. Coriander and cardamom provide aromatic lift while vanilla and almond contribute a smooth register that does not alter the dry gin architecture.

The colour associated with the Cherry edition reflects maceration influence rather than synthetic dyes, consistent with Buss Spirits’ stated practice of avoiding artificial colouring or sweetening. The visual identity maintains the N°509 line while distinguishing itself through the red chromatic direction linked to the fruit profile.

Service recommendations generally highlight a neutral tonic to preserve aromatic clarity. Garnish is commonly reduced to minimal intervention, avoiding citrus dominance which could obscure the cherry register. In cocktails, a controlled highball format allows red-fruit nuance, botanical structure and dilution to remain in balance without shifting the gin into liqueur territory.