- Citadelle (gin)
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Citadelle is a French brand of gin that was first released in 1998.[1] It is produced in Cognac by Gabriel & Andreu and supplied by Cognac-Ferrand.[2] It was named after an 18th century distillery in Dunkirk.[3]
Reviewers have noted that it is a mid-pungency gin,[4] with a more complex and assertive taste than London dry gin.[3] It is aged in Cognac casks, which minimizes the citrus flavor.[5] It is packaged in a decorated bottle that notes each of the 19 botanicals used in its production.[6] Its primary market is Spain.[7]
Awards
Citadelle has performed very well at international spirit ratings competitions, including at the San Francisco World Spiritis Competition, the Beverage Testing Institute, and Wine Enthusiast. Proof66 rates Citadelle amongst the Top 20 gins in the world.[8]
References
- ^ Emmons, Bob (1999). The Book of Gins and Vodkas: A Complete Guide. Open Court. pp. 165. ISBN 978-0812694109.
- ^ Plotkin, Robert (May 2011). "The Renaissance of Gin". The Tasting Panel.
- ^ a b Grimes, William (2 December 1998). "Fully Armed, a French Gin Storms the Gates". The New York Times. http://www.nytimes.com/1998/12/02/dining/sips-fully-armed-a-french-gin-storms-the-gates.html. Retrieved 23 May 2011.
- ^ Hellmich, Mittie (2006). Ultimate bar book: the comprehensive guide to over 1,000 cocktails. Chronicle Books. p. 172. ISBN 9780811843515.
- ^ Fabricant, Florence (23 June 2009). "A Couple of Gins With Attitude". The New York Times. http://www.nytimes.com/2009/06/24/dining/24gins.html. Retrieved 23 May 2011.
- ^ Dowd, William (28 March 2007). "Gin Makes A Comeback". Falls Church News-Press. http://www.fcnp.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1040&Itemid=36. Retrieved 23 May 2011.
- ^ Newman, Kara (20 April 2011). "Spirited Traveller: Why Madrid serves the best gin and tonic". London Free Press. Reuters. http://www.lfpress.com/travel/2011/04/20/18046816-reuters.html. Retrieved 23 May 2011.
- ^ Proof66.com Top 20 Gins
External links
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