A Celebration of Our Spring Awakening
This seasonal gin affords us the time to reflect on our history while celebrating the seeds we’ve planted and continue to watch blossom and grow. While similar in approach to our Harvest Seasonal Gin release the flavors are often opposite highlighting the bright nature of Spring and Summer. The blossoming fields surrounding Castle & Key continue to inspire us and are a true testament to the vitality and vibrancy of the land which shine through in every sip of our Rise Seasonal Gin.
94Proof (ABV 47%)
The Old Taylor Distillery has a revered place in Kentucky distilling history. In 1887, when Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor Jr. built the distillery, he intended it to both produce high-quality spirits and stand out from the crowd with its distinctive architectural charm to become the birthplace of bourbon tourism. Inspired by European architecture, the site features a Castle, a classical Springhouse, and Sunken Garden. In 1920, however, Prohibition forced the closing of the distillery and over the course of the next century, the property changed owners and occupants several times, until it fell into ruin.
In 2014, Will Arvin (the modern founder of Castle & Key) began restoring this historic bourbon icon with a focus on changing the narrative around Kentucky spirits. He created a team of likeminded people from inside and outside the industry to resurrect the castle by creating Castle & Key Distillery, which opened its doors in 2018. Taking up Colonel Taylor’s dedication to his home state, Castle & Key strives to use local ingredients when possible. Castle & Key makes everything that they sell from carefully selected grains and always chooses to do things in a thoughtful way – even when it’s not the easy way.
LEAD BLENDER: Brett Connors
Botanicals:
Juniper, Coriander, Galangal Root, Earl Grey Tea, Elderberry, Lavender, Winter Green, and Chamomile.
Aroma:
Elegant floral complexity highlights the nose, complemented by sweet notes of blueberry, lemon peel, and honey.
Taste:
Sweet lavender and chamomile rounded out by moderate dark berries and currants with light citrus and subtle spice.
Finish:
Lightly sweet with lemon peel and white pepper.
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