Name: Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin
Brand: Ethical Spirits
Price: 27.75 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin taste like?

Accepted Answer

Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin is characterised by Chocolate, Fresh Fruit, Fragant, Citric notes. Ethical Spirits' Cacao Ethique is a craft gin made from sake lees—a byproduct of Japanese sake brewing—combined with juniper and roasted cacao husks, bottled at 46% ABV. The nose and palate balance bright juniper with savoury sake undertones and sweet, woody cacao notes, with pineapple adding complexity throughout. A genuinely innovative gin that respects its ingredients and their origins.

Question 2

Is Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin sweet?

Accepted Answer

Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin has some sweetness (43/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin is approachable and a great starting point. Its Chocolate, Fresh Fruit, Fragant character makes it accessible at 40% ABV.

Question 5

Is Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin costs £27.75 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin is enjoyable neat at 40% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin?

Accepted Answer

Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin?

Accepted Answer

Serve Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin similar to Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin and Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) share a similar flavour profile (Fresh Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Secret Highland 9 Year Old 2010 (Master of Malt) costs £29.95 vs £27.75 for Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin.

Question 11

Is Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin similar to Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin and Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) share a similar flavour profile (Fresh Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) costs £36.52 vs £27.75 for Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin.

Question 12

How does Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin compare to Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)?

Accepted Answer

Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin and Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin is complex and layered, while Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is known for Sherried, Vanilla, Honey notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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