Yep, still alive. Yep, life's still manic. Yes, I had noticed the lack of 'Merlin' this week and a;sdlkfjdf;lkjas YES I AM NOT AMUSED. Anyway, because I am me I am of course investigating alcohol on the internet and came across the following gem from, apparently, Dr Jim Swan’s Tasting Notes:
See that, rose petals, oh yes rose petals. The fact this drink is actually called "Merlyn" only makes it all the more perfect in my eyes. I am ordering a shot of that the next time I find myself north of the border :)
Rich, warming creaminess and fudge toffee is overlaid with the tingling aroma of fresh clean spirit. Gradually these give way to vanilla with hints of banana and exotic fruits and even rose petals all lingering gently in the background.
In the mouth the fruits are more intense and intermingle with the vanilla and a rich creamy texture. When swallowed the combination of fresh cream and complex spirit produce a mysterious depth which is difficult to describe but encourages the next mouthful.
See that, rose petals, oh yes rose petals. The fact this drink is actually called "Merlyn" only makes it all the more perfect in my eyes. I am ordering a shot of that the next time I find myself north of the border :)