This ancient pear like fruit was highly regarded in the empires throughout the ages. Most notably used as a flavorful paste on cheese boards which inspired the tasting this week.
Alcohol - 25% / 50 proof
Color - Vibrant orange copper
Nose - Almost stewed apple on the nose
Taste - Quince on quince, from dry tannic peel to the rich quince paste. A little funky notes and aromatic quince notes.
Finish - Aromatic quince with a long drying finish of tannic peel
Best Enjoyed - Really interesting cocktail ingredient, also on it’s own with a cheese board