Product Description

Produced using the same small-batch copper pot still method as the original Samsara Gin, Samsara The Vale of Paradise features the signature botanicals of Kashmiri saffron, hemp seeds, and green apples. Kashmiri saffron adds a rich, earthy aroma with a subtle golden tint, while hemp seeds provide a creamy mouthfeel. The gin also uses locally sourced honey from the Kashmir region and green apples, giving it a natural sweetness and crispness.

Style/Type

Contemporary Distilled Gin

Company/Producer

Spaceman Spirits Lab

Stated Age

N/A

ABV

42.8%

Available Sizes

750ml

Label

The Samsara The Vale of Paradise bottle is elegant and minimalist, designed to reflect the luxurious and natural qualities of the gin. The soft color palette and sophisticated design capture the essence of Kashmir and the exotic saffron used in the gin.

Market Positioning

Samsara The Vale of Paradise is positioned as a limited-edition, luxury craft gin. It is produced in smaller quantities than the core Samsara range, making it a highly sought-after choice for premium gin lovers. Ideal for those looking for a unique, fruit-forward gin with complex, earthy notes.

Distillery Location

Goa, India

Awards

N/A

Expression/Variant

Samsara The Vale of Paradise is a special variant from the Samsara range. It emphasizes the Kashmiri saffron, honey, and green apple profile, offering a more luxurious, earthy experience than the original Samsara Gin.

Aged Period/Cask/Release Year

N/A

Tasting Notes

• Aroma:
  Sweet and inviting, with dominant notes of ripe green apples and the distinct, floral musk of saffron, evoking the essence of Kashmir’s natural beauty.

• Palate:
  A silky, medium-bodied texture. The gin begins with the tartness of green apples, moves into a warm, honeyed sweetness, and is grounded by the herbal spice of Himalayan juniper.

• Finish:
  Long and sophisticated, with a lingering warmth of saffron and a clean, refreshing apple aftertaste, creating a balanced and luxurious finish.

• Balance/Complexity:
  A well-balanced gin with an earthy base and fruity top notes, featuring the complexity of saffron and honey with a smooth, creamy mouthfeel from the hemp seeds.

Samsara The Vale of Paradise Gin price in Kolkata

FAQs

• Is it a sweet gin?
  Although it has fruity and honeyed aromas, Samsara The Vale of Paradise remains a dry gin, much more complex and less syrupy than typical fruit-flavored gins.

• Is it a limited edition?
  Yes, it is part of the “New World Experiments” series, and produced in smaller quantities than the core Samsara range. It may not be available year-round.

• Why is saffron used?
  Saffron is a heritage crop of Kashmir, and it provides a unique “terroir” to the gin, giving it an exotic and luxurious profile that pairs perfectly with the crispness of apple.

Signature Recipes

• Paradise G&T:
  Ingredients: 60ml Samsara The Vale of Paradise Gin, 150ml premium tonic water.
  Garnish: Thin slices of green apple and a few strands of saffron.

• The Kashmiri Sour:
  Ingredients: 60ml Samsara The Vale of Paradise Gin, 20ml lemon juice, 15ml honey syrup, and 1 egg white (optional).
  Shake well to create a frothy, elegant cocktail that highlights the apple and honey notes.

• Saffron Martini:
  Ingredients: 60ml Samsara The Vale of Paradise Gin, 10ml dry vermouth.
  Stir with ice. Garnish with a lemon twist to cut through the richness of the saffron.

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