Which gin is the smoothest?

What is a very smooth gin?

What is considered the smoothest gin? The smoothest gin is thought to be Bombay Sapphire. This London Dry Gin combines ten hand-selected exotic botanicals from around the world with aromatic flavours and a crisp finish.

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Is Bombay or Tanqueray gin better?

However, when it comes to choosing one over another, especially in a classic like the Gin and Tonic, it boils down to personal preference. “If you want to taste that strong typical flavor that gin has, I would go with Bombay or Tanqueray because of their juniper-heavy flavor and aromatic spice notes,” Tonelli says.

Which is a sweet style of gin?

"They would have used things like licorice or a sweetening agent to actually sweeten the gin. So it became known as bathtub gin, that style. Old Tom was originally a sweetened style of gin that was produced and it came around the middle of the 18th century, and Old Tom was the street name for the gin."

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What is the difference between Old Tom gin and London Dry Gin?

Although Old Tom gins are flavored with juniper like their London Dry counterparts, they are typically less juniper-heavy. Old Tom gins are actually more akin to Dutch genever in flavor, and in turn are lighter, maltier, softer and more approachable.

Which is better gin Beefeater or Tanqueray?

The Tanqueray comes in smoother, sweeter and bigger bodied. It tastes like I swallowed shampoo. Beefeater has a longer lasting finish in flavor but shorter burn finish, while Tanqueray's flavor fades quickly and burns longer.

Which is better Hendricks vs Bombay Sapphire?

Although the alcohol content of Bombay at 94 proof is higher than that of Hendrick's at 88 proof, the nose on Hendrick's is hotter. Behind the alcohol comes aromas of lemon-lime citrus, pine forest, and sage. The alcohol kick on the first sip of Hendrick's is like drinking hot sauce.

Why is Tanqueray so good?

Juniper can impart floral, citrus, and even black pepper spice notes to the mix without the support of any of the other botanicals. Part of what makes Tanqueray so great is how it uses the juniper along with just the right level of a few other botanicals to make a gin that's extraordinarily flavorful and complex.

Is Bombay Sapphire a good gin?

Bombay Sapphire Gin is one of the more popular premium gins on the market for a very good reason. This London dry gin is vapor-infused with a hand-selected bouquet of 10 botanicals. It one of those that is distinctly gin but not overwhelmingly flavored, which makes it ideal for mixing into any gin cocktail.

Can you drink Bombay Sapphire gin straight?

Bombay Sapphire is enjoyed by folks who appreciate top-shelf gin. Made from a recipe that dates to 1760, it mixes well in cocktails, lends itself to making pitchers of mixed drinks, and even goes down neat (without mixers or ice) or on the rocks (iced, without mixers).

Is gin sweet or bitter?

Gin has a strong citrus scent and a pine-like taste, accompanied by a kick of mild bitterness. The pine-like taste comes from juniper berry, which is the signature ingredient of Gin. The sour taste is due to the usage of many herbs and lime peels throughout the process.

Is Tanqueray a good gin?

Tanqueray. Tanqueray is one of the best-selling gins in the world, and a superb (and affordable) example of the London dry category. The flagship expression combines bright flavors of juniper and citrus in equal proportions, making this a go-to bottle for cocktails.

Is Gordon's a good gin?

It's certainly an iconic gin with a long and rich history. Aside from its history, Gordon's is an affordable, mass produced and traditional London Dry Gin. At the low end of the market in terms of price, it compares well with supermarket own brands and makes a reasonable G&T.

Is Hendricks gin top shelf?

Hendrick's is not classed as a top-shelf gin. It generally sits in the middle above budget brands like Gordons; however, it's not expensive, rare, or premium enough to be classed as top-shelf.

Is Bombay top shelf?

Cocktails. Although its placement encourages folks to look to Bombay Sapphire as the top shelf, I think its risen to fame on the strength of its Gin and Tonic [and Martini]. First, with Tonic, it brings a subtle citrusy note, and really takes a stand-offish approach to juniper.

Why is Beefeater gin called Beefeater?

Beefeater's name origin refers to the Yeomen of the Guard, bodyguards of the British monarchy. To craft its signature London dry gin, Beefeater uses its original recipe of nine botanicals: juniper, angelica root, angelica seeds, coriander seeds, licorice, almonds, orris root, Seville oranges, and lemon peel.

What is the difference between Bombay Sapphire and Bombay gin?

Bombay is a more robust, straightforward, almost brutal gin. It lends itself to ice, tonic or a dry martini. Sapphire, on the other hand, is made for the new wave of gin-based cocktails. In martini form, it is more forgiving than older spirits--able to absorb too much vermouth and live with too little, either way.

Is Beefeater gin a top shelf?

While brands like Beefeater and Tanqueray are at the top of the list for a good London dry gin, there are other popular bottles. Bols Genever and Hayman's Old Tom Gin are still popular. Newer stars on the liquor shelf like Aviation and Hendrick's are as well.

Is Tanqueray gin the same as Gordons?

Popular with the Royal Navy, bottles of the product were distributed all over the world. In 1898 Gordon & Co. amalgamated with Charles Tanqueray & Co. to form Tanqueray Gordon & Co. All production moved to the Gordon's Goswell Road site.

Why is Plymouth Gin different from London dry?

Plymouth gin is made to similar specifications as London. Plymouth gin may be made only in Plymouth, England, by law. As a style, Plymouth is slightly less dry than London and contains more root ingredients in the botanical base, resulting in an earthier flavor than London.

What type of gin is Tanqueray?

Tanqueray is a London dry gin, reflecting its distillation process and origin in Bloomsbury, London. London dry gin is made by double distilling grain, with select botanicals added during the second distillation.

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