Freeland Spirits Forest Gin Review ($40)

 

This adventurous gin captures the spirit of the Pacific Northwest woods. It's infused with mushrooms, berries, and nettles. That said, it isn't aggressively herbaceous or excessively trippy. It makes a lovely, distinguished gin martini that can be garnished effectively with either olives or lemon. It's 90 proof, so maybe add an extra whisper of dry vermouth. It might not be my first choice for a negroni, but it's definitely not as outré as St. George's brilliant but quirky 'Terroir' gin. (92 Points)

-Tim Teichgraeber