Minke Irish Gin
70cl
/
43.2% Vol
Inspired by the Minke whale, the majestic creatures that swim wild off the Atlantic Ocean coastline. The same local coastline which is home to the unique botanical - Rock Samphire - that gives Minke gin its distinct flavour profile. The Rock Samphire imparts its subtle yet unqiue flavour to this carefully crafted gin giving smooth and sophisticated refreshment with citrus and aniseed notes.
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Minke Irish Gin
€44.00
Ex Tax: €35.77
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Product Details
Tasting Notes from the Producer
Aromas (without water)
Very fresh, not strongly juniper but more citrus with a hint of that fennel/aniseed aroma
Flavour
The fennel comes through on the palate too, with more citrus, the juniper a little stronger, and a dash of salt from the wild ocean setting
Fact Sheet
Fluid
70cl
Alcohol %
43.2%
Country
Ireland
Producer
Clonakilty Distillery
Awards and/or Press Quotes
Awards and/or Press Quotes
Silver Medal at the IWSC 2018
Best International Botanical Gin by the American Distilling Institute & Best of Category – Certified Craft Distilled Spirit – International Signature Botanical Gin 2019.
FAQs
The standard Irish spirits measure is 35.5ml, established under Irish Weights and Measures regulations, which is one third larger than the UK standard measure of 25ml. This means Irish whiskey measures are meaningfully more generous than those served in Britain or most of Europe. In many Irish pubs, particularly in rural areas, the measure may be served as a slightly rounded 35ml to 40ml pour depending on the house custom and staff training.
A standard Irish measure of spirits is 35.5ml, set by the Intoxicating Liquor Act. This is the regulated minimum measure for spirits served in licensed Irish premises. For reference, the UK standard measure is 25ml and the standard EU measure varies by country. The larger Irish measure reflects both historical convention and regulatory tradition. When purchasing a single or double in an Irish pub, you are receiving a more generous pour than in most other jurisdictions.
An Irish spirit measure is 35.5ml, the legally mandated minimum pour size for spirits in Irish licensed premises under Irish licensing law. This contrasts with the UK standard of 25ml and the Scottish standard of 25ml or 35ml. The Irish measure is one third larger than the standard UK pour. When comparing spirit consumption across markets, this difference is significant: a single Irish measure is the equivalent of approximately 1.4 standard UK measures.
The Irish spirit measure is 35.5ml. This is the standard regulated pour for spirits in Irish licensed premises, set by Irish licensing legislation. By comparison: the UK standard is 25ml, and European measures range from 20ml to 40ml depending on the country. The 35.5ml Irish standard reflects a historically established convention that has been codified into licensing law.
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