Askur Yggdrasil 45

London Dry Gin

London Dry Gin

London Dry Gin
  • London Dry Gin produced by Wanderlust Spirits in Reykjavik, Iceland
  • Botanicals include juniper, coriander, angelica, citrus, licorice, and cassia bark
  • A base of French winter wheat is distilled 7 times and carbon filtered then combined with a concentrated botanical distillate made in the UK
  • After rectification, the final spirit is proofed with soft glacial water from Iceland
  • Top notes of evergreen and lime zest are tempered by a soft mouthfeel and followed with a lingering finish of peppercorn spice
  • 45% ABV

As intuitive and friendly as a gin gets; make a Martini, combine with tonic for a classic highball, or venture further afield in your mixing adventures—this gin will get the job done with elegant structure and verdant spice. 

Info

Producer:
Askur Yggdrasil 45
Vintage:
NV
Country:
Iceland
Region:
Reykjavik
Spirit Type:
Gin
Spirit Sub Type:
Dry Gin

Sizes Available

Full Bottle IS-XAS-01-NV 12/750ml
1L IS-XAS-01-NVL 12/1000ml
Mini IS-XAS-01-NVQ 100/50ml

Tasting Notes

Askur begins with wheat distillate produced in the Champagne region of France that has been column-distilled 7 times. This pristine distillate is carbon filtered and then combined with a highly concentrated botanical distillate that includes juniper, coriander, angelica, citrus, licorice, and cassia. After the two distillates are combined, the final product is brought to proof with the low-mineral, high-PH Icelandic water that makes Askur—and its sister brand Helix—so approachable. Top notes of evergreen and lime zest are tempered by a soft and silky mouthfeel, followed with a lingering finish of peppercorn spice. 45% ABV

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Press & Reviews

VinePair
Score
91
Date
2024-04-01
"This Icelandic gin has a really lively nose, serving rich, concentrated bursts of juniper, coriander, and citrus peel. Notes from the grain base come out on the palate, where the alcohol is notable but well-incorporated. This gin is robust and ready for spirit-forward cocktails. It would not only hold its own in a Negroni, but it would also add character, with its spicy notes complementing the bitterness of Campari and taming the sweet vermouth."