The latest limited-edition gin from the masters at Tanqueray is Bloomsbury, a new (old) twist on their traditional London Dry Gin. The previous two releases, Tanqueray Malacca and Old Tom, were both great successes. Let’s see how this one matches up. The reason I say the Bloomsbury is both new and old is because it’s … Read more
The classic Gin and Tonic is one of the world’s most elegant drinks. Full of flavor and with a bracing kick, it’s the perfect balance of bitter, spicy, tart, and sweet. Although the G&T is thought of by some as primarily a summertime beverage, it’s far too fine to confine to only one season of … Read more
Caorunn GinScottish GinGrade:(Highly Recommended)Price: $35 (750ml) Everybody knows Scotland makes great whiskey. The distillers of Caledonia have been crafting exquisite spirits for generations, becoming the envy of the distilling world. But now my ancestral homeland is starting to earn a reputation for quality gin as well. It makes sense. Making a good gin requires distilling … Read more
Aviation GinAmerican GinGrade:(Superb)Price: $28 (750ml) First launched in 2006 as one of the pioneers of the new trend in American gins, Aviation has been repackaged with a striking new look that classes up the bottle to match the contents. Aviation tastes like gin, but not the gin we're used to. It has the requisite juniper … Read more
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