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Gordon's London Dry
Gin

Gordon's London Dry

Origin
🇬🇧UK
Strength37.5%
Price Tier
LIBRARIAN'S VERDICT

The king of 'Value' gins. While it lacks the nuance of artisan spirits, its reliable, punchy juniper profile makes it the absolute benchmark for a classic gin and tonic.

The Library Note

Founded by Alexander Gordon in 1769, Gordon's was one of the first gins to prioritize quality and consistency. Its recipe is known to only eleven people in the world and has been awarded four Royal Warrants, becoming the gold standard for the quintessential British G&T.

Sommelier's Perspective

THE NOSE

Intense juniper with a hint of citrus and a touch of peppery spice.

THE PALATE

Bold and clean with dominant juniper berry flavor, supported by zesty lemon and a herbal earthiness.

THE FINISH

Short and refreshing with a crisp, dry juniper snap.

Sensory Profile

SmokySweetComplexBitterFloral

THE PERFECT SERVE

The 'Classic G&T': 2 oz Gordon's, 4 oz tonic water, plenty of ice, and a wedge of lime. It's the drink that defined an empire.

Composition

Neutral Grain Spirit
Juniper
Coriander
Angelica Root
Citrus Peel

EXPERT TECHNIQUE

Triple-distilled with a blend of botanicals including juniper, coriander seeds, and angelica root.

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Archival Status

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