Top 10 Gin Brands
Top 10 Gin Brands
We want you to get the best out of the Gin World! In the past we have profiled Gin brands under ₦5,000; now we are bringing to you a carefully sorted list of the Top 10 Gin Brands, with a brief description, flavour profile and of course a purchase link.
1. Bombay Sapphire Gin, Hampshire
Dubbed the world’s most famous
Gin, Bombay Sapphire contains in every drop 10 hand-selected botanicals from
exotic
locations around the world.
Tasting notes: Juniper, a ripe citrus and hints of spice in the fragrance.
2. Tanqueray No.10, London
Tanqueray nº ten is the only gin to be inducted to the San
Francisco world spirits competition hall of fame. Named after the
stills of its origin, it is a small batch gin crafted using fresh citrus fruits. An exquisite citrus burst in every sip, best enjoyed with
premium tonic water and a slice of pink grapefruit.
Tasting notes: Fresh citrus fruits
3. Beefeater, United Kingdom
Beefeater is proud to still be
made in the heart of London. With big juniper character and strong citrus
notes, this is a real
London Dry for those that enjoy the real taste of gin.
Tasting notes: Juniper, Lemon peel, almond.
4. Hendrick’s Gin, Scotland
In addition to the traditional juniper infusion, Hendrick's which is a blend of two spirits prepared in the Carter-head still,
uses Bulgarian rose and cucumber to add flavour.
Tasting notes: Juniper, Cucumber,
Damask Rose.
5. Opihr Oriental Spiced Gin, London
Opihr Oriental Spiced Gin is an aromatic take on the premium gin category.
Launched by Quintessential Brands in October
2013, the gin is made at the G&J Distillery and backed by their experienced marketing team.
Tasting
notes: black pepper, cardamom and ginger, Cumin, Juniper, Grapefruit peel.
6. Portobello Road Gin, London
Hailing from our address and award-winning cocktail bar The Portobello Star. Portobello Road Gin abstains from the trend
for rare ingredients and instead is a blend of just nine
botanicals.
Tasting notes: Juniper, Fresh citrus, lemon, bitter orange, coriander.
7. Greenall’s Dry Gin, London
Crafted
in our distillery for over 250 years, Greenall’s The Original uses the same
secret recipe that has been handed down
through only 7 master distillers. This secret blend of 8 botanicals gives a classic London Dry gin with rich juniper notes,
balanced with mature citrus and spice.
Tasting notes: Juniper, Citrus, Spice.
8. Bulldog Dry Gin, London
Processes with 12 different
botanicals from around the world, Bulldog Dry Gin is bold outside and smooth
inside.
Tasting notes: Lavender, Juniper, Citrus, Lime, Sweet Orange Zest.
9. Gordon’s Dry Gin, London
The award winning gin which is
perfect with fresh ice and tonic or mixed in a cocktail, is a triple-distilled gin
founded by
Alexander Gordon in 1769.
Tasting notes: Juniper berries, Coriander seeds, Lemon.
10. Seagram’s Extra Dry Gin, U.S.A
The award winning gin Seagram’s has
been produced since 1939. It is a perfect mixer for the Gin & Tonic
cocktail.
Tasting notes: Juniper, Coriander, Angelica Root, Bitter & Sweet Orange.