- Best Overall. Sipsmith London Dry.
- Best for Martinis. Tanqueray London Dry.
- Best for Gin & Tonics. Bombay Sapphire Gin.
- Best for Negronis. Monkey 47 Gin.
- Best Budget. Hayman’s London Dry.
- Best Top Shelf. NOLET’s Reserve Gin.
- Best London Dry. Beefeater London Dry.
- Best to Drink Neat. Gray Whale Gin.
What is the most high end gin?
Most Expensive Gin
- Nolet’s Reserve Modern Gin.
- Cambridge Distillery Watenshi Gin.
- Cambridge Distillery Anty Gin.
- Jam Jar Gin Morus LXIV.
- Monkey 47 Distiller’s Cut.
- Forager’s Clogau Reserve Gin.
- Spring Gin Gentleman’s Cut.
What is the most popular gin in the UK?
Our favourite UK gins to try
- Jensen’s London Distilled Bermondsey Dry Gin, £30.79/70cl, olive shop.
- Norfolk: Bullards Coastal Gin, £38.04, Master of Malt.
- Suffolk: Fishers Gin, £39.99/70cl, Master of Malt.
- Yorkshire: Slingsby Gooseberry Gin, £23.42, Amazon.
- Warner’s London Dry Gin, £28.25/70cl, Amazon.
Is there a difference in gin quality?
The biggest difference between distilled gin and redistilled gin relates to the base alcohol. The former distills a lower-ABV fermented alcohol, which can be derived from grains, sugar beets, potatoes, sugar cane, or grapes. The latter uses an already distilled spirit (usually neutral grain) as the base.
Which brand is best gin? – Related Questions
Is Tanqueray or Bombay better?
Bombay Sapphire tastes of juniper, and the other botanicals make it dry and astringent. Tanqueray is stronger with the juniper, but more full-bodied and smooth.
Why is gin the healthiest alcohol?
Gin has less sugar and fewer calories than some other liquors. If you already consume alcohol, gin may be a slightly healthier option. Be careful with mixers, however. They can make the sugar content of your drink skyrocket.
Does quality of gin matter?
“A good quality gin is one that shows up in the way you drink it. In a Gin & Tonic, it needs to shine in that drink. The way to determine a bad gin is through the cocktail – a bad gin won’t show up in the final serve.”
Do different gins taste different?
Each brand of gin has its own distinct taste. Most types of gin predominantly feature a pine flavor derived from juniper berry. Other popular botanicals used in gin include angelica root, orris root, licorice root, cassia bark, orange peel, grapefruit peel, and dried herbs like coriander and anise.
Are some gins stronger than others?
Navy strength gin is a bit stronger than London dry gin. It’s made with the same ingredients, but it goes through extra distillation. As a result, it has a higher proof. Navy strength gin is often considered more flavorful than other types of gin.
What are the 3 types of gin?
The 5 different types of Gin
- London Dry Gin. London dry is what the average person thinks of as gin, this type of gin is usually very dry with a pungent aroma and juniper flavor.
- Plymouth Gin.
- Genever/Dutch Gin.
- Old Tom Gin.
- International Style.
Is gin meant to be drunk straight?
The answer is yes – gin is a great sipping spirit! But you’ll need to choose the right gin to avoid that abrasive ‘mouth full of pine’ feeling that poor quality bottles can leave.
What is a premium gin?
Here at Conde Lumar, we believe what defines a gin as “premium” is quality and purity together. To produce the best blue, pink or violet gin, we start with a quality juniper berry that has been meticulously selected, and is then mashed in pure alcohol using artisanal techniques.
Which cheap gin is best?
The best cheap gin
- Bombay Sapphire Gin.
- Tanqueray Gin.
- Brecon Gin.
- Opihr Gin.
- Gordon’s Gin.
- Broker’s Gin.
- Bloom Gin.
- Greenall’s The Original London Dry Gin. This traditional gin blends 8 botanicals to give us a classic London dry gin.
Is gin healthier than vodka?
In terms of nutritional profile, carbs, and calorie count, there is very little difference between vodka and gin.
Is Bombay a good gin?
Bombay Sapphire Gin is a clean, refreshing, and citrus-forward gin. Tongue-coating flavors of juniper and pepper lead to a piney, prickly finish. It offers a great gateway into the gin category for vodka devotees.
Is Bombay a top shelf gin?
Interested in a premium top shelf gin ? Bombay sapphire is the one to choose.
Which gin is better Bombay or Hendricks?
Both of these beverages are at the high end of all spirits in terms of strength but Bombay has the edge. Bombay Sapphire is 94 (47.5% alcohol by volume) Proof and Hendrick’s Gin is 88 Proof (44% alcohol by volume) for the original variety.
Is Tanqueray better than Hendricks?
Which is stronger? Hendrick’s Gin and Tanqueray Gin are both very strong spirits. Tanqueray takes the crown as the stronger Gin. The Original Hendrick’s Gin is 88 Proof (44% alcohol by volume) and Tanqueray London Dry Gin is 94.6 Proof (47.3% alcohol by volume).
What is the most famous gin?
The top five most popular gins are as follows (2020):
- Ginebra San Miguel.
- Gordon’s.
- Bombay Sapphire.
- Tanqueray.
- Beefeater.
What is Snoop Dogg’s gin called?
INDOGGO®, with its laidback California style, is like no other in the world. Developed by the King of “Gin & Juice,” Calvin “Snoop Dogg” Broadus, INDOGGO® is the ultimate remix of seven premium botanicals flavored with all-natural strawberry flavor.