So I have sort of a small collection of scotch and (strictly non-sugar) rum, that i like sipping pure. I also have two Gins which i think that are on that level - Isle of Harris Dry gin, and KI NO TEA Kyoto Dry Gin.

I've tried those with a gin tonic, and while good, i actually enjoy them sipping pure or with very little added (dash of grapefruit or yuzu, and ice, or so). If i add tonic water, i feel like wasting the gin, covering its more suble flavours of kelp or tea in tonic flavours (might be the tonic water, but i have not yet found one that doesn't alter the base).

So ... I need something that suits classic gin tonics, a level below pure sipping quality, but without cheaping out. I've had a Bombay Sapphire, and it was ... okay at best? I also have a Malfy Lemon, which i acutally like in the gin tonic for it's lemon, but it feels a bit too harsh overall. Could live with it, but why not improve?

So: what's a good Gin for Gin Tonic, that is available in europe (EU), does not break the bank and is still above average or just randomly chosing any?

I prefer smoother, less juniper heavy tastes. Fruit or botanicals are welcome.

Thanks for any tip ...