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 ...

Up to 20 bottles now (and over 160 bottles of total spirits). I will need to make more shelf space. Thankfully, I have two other liquor cabinets and an actual bar in my house with plenty of extra room.

Is the Hendricks midsummer solstice out of stock everywhere? I checked Total wine and there was none available within a 60 mile radius of me. I know they stopped making it but brought it back last year. Not sure if they've stopped making it again.

My gin collection so far. Hope to add more soon.

As a rosemary fan, I quite enjoy this. It's got a lot of peppery notes that I love in gins and definitely has to be the highest proof I've seen so far at 98.6.

In the liquor store, I did a quick Google search with what type of Gin to get for a bees knees. I'm unemployed. I haven't had a drink for a while and I really wanted a bees knees...

Google did what it does these days and give me an AI answer... "the absolute best option is contemporary botanical, acceptable option, old Tom gin, DO NOT USE LONDON DRY"... I spent 30 minutes until I found this which fit the bill... well once sip in and it was a mixture of sour lemon and cucumber.

As probably most of you know, the actual answer is the complete reverse. I literally should've gotten regular decently priced London dry... I don't like overwhelmingly sweet and there's nothing in the world that's going to damper this cucumber vegetable taste. I'm not really in the market for throwing out a bottle of $30 liquor that was a treat. I don't usually make drinks at home, but any gin drink that I order at a bar I enjoy it. They're usually some hipster sounding drinks. I will not drink a gin martini, but I love a good gin drink.

I made my own honey syrup and that's not the answer with cucumber notes, so strong and no juniper to be found except for maybe on the back end. Does anyone have any suggestions for non-vegetable-y gin cocktails I can make to tickle my fancy? They don't need to be overly sweet by any means, but I don't drink gin neat. Hopefully something with the low budget ingredients, spirits/liquers I can get in small sizes, even egg whites are cool. I'm trying to avoid buying some fancy bitters or something but how do I make this botanical bomb not so vegetable forward? I just want to enjoy this bottle.

TL;DR I bought the completely wrong type of gin and I need recipes for cocktails. I can make with this stuff to make it palatable on a budget that's more herbal or fruity... not so vegetable-like, cucumber centric or lemon bomb. Not a fan of dry vermouth (fan of Negronis probably not with this) or martinis. TYSM ❤️ also in Utah and my options are Utah options. 😭😵‍💫🥹🫠

I love Negronis and had this classic interpretation last night at C&J's cocktails, Concourse A, Hartfield ATL Airport:

Campari: 3 ozs

Vermouth (WHITE): 1 oz.

Gin: I put Hendricks in there like you said, I don't know why you can't taste it.

Maraschino Cherries: None, cause IDGAF

Place ingredients in traditional glass, a 1/2 pint Mason jar. Did you know moonshine was sold in Mason jars? These are used in traditional settings in the South to welcome visitors, such as when you are being served ice tea in a cracker barrel. And what's more southern than being served a cocktail named after Italian royalty in Atlanta's largest airport?

Top with ice and shake until whenever. Garnish with $18 check.

I was drawn to PIlot House by their Single Malt Whiskey, but on a recent visit to the tasting room at Cannon Beach, Oregon the bartender recommended I try their Gin. I’m sure glad I did!

The aroma is bright, heavy with spiced lime surrounded by light botanicals. The palate has a great creamy texture with a flavor that makes me think of sugary pine. It finishes with a lightly sweet lemon-lime.

Though there are not a large array of flavors, what is there is wonderful. This is now my favorite Gin that I’ve tasted! Well done.

Botanicals: Juniper, Lavender, Rose Hips, Chamomile, Orris Root, Coriander, Lemon Zest, Peppercorns, Cucumber

ABV: 45%

Price: $28

Bottle from my Collection.

My Rating: 84

Tasting notes below. 👇🏼

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NOSE: Bright, spiced lime, light botanical.
PALATE: Creamy, sugary pine.
FINISH: Lightly sweet lemon lime.

Guide to my personal ratings:
🤢 0-49 = Varying degrees of undrinkable.
🫤 50-59 = Drinkable, but meh.
😊 60-69 = Fair. Not my cup of tea.
😃 70-79 = Good. Some nice elements.
😋 80-89 = Great! Interesting and very enjoyable.
🤩 90-100 = Amazing! The perfect pour. (Rare)

Sip. Rate. Repeat.

Years ago, we visited New Holland and picked up their Knickerbocker Orange Cinnamon Clove gin. It is still to this day my absolutely favorite gin, and I’ve been saving the last little bit of it because I can’t bare the thought to be out. It doesn’t sound like they have plans to make this one again unfortunately. Does anyone have other similar flavored gin they might suggest as a substitute?

I created MyTasteRank to keep track of different gins I've tried and wanted to make a personal ranking of. Mainly just to remember which ones I liked and which ones I didn't.

The idea of the app is pretty simple. You create a page for something you want to keep track of, for example different gin brands. Then you add the different gins you've tried, give each one a rating, write a short description and optionally add some extra information.

Now, the next time you're standing in a liquor store trying to decide which gin to buy, you can quickly check which ones you liked and which ones you didn't, instead of trying to remember.

Of course, it's not just for gin. You can also use it to keep track of different gin and tonic combinations, cocktails, other spirits or pretty much anything else you want to rank.

It's a pretty simple app, but I thought it could be useful for others here as well. Curious if you guys keep track of the different gins you've tried or mostly just rely on memory :)

Just received this as a birthday gift. Not technically “gin” apparently, and some reviews are a bit rough. But gonna give it a whirl. Anyone tried it?

Hey yall! I got into gin last year so i stopped drinking my usual drink of choice (vodka). How do you pregame with it and how do you, say, drink it if you sneak it into concerts or shows??

I am now a Gin Guy

October 19th, which means it's officially International G&T Day, and I can't think of a better excuse to mix one up.

So, what's your go-to gin for a G&T? Are you sticking with a classic London Dry, or reaching for something more floral or citrusy? Bonus points if you share your tonic and garnish too, since I'm always looking for new combos to try.

Hello friends,

Just wanted to share my tips for making a better drink and to ask for yours in return! My advice that nobody asked for:

1. Make tonic ice cubes. There's nothing worse than normal ice making your gin watery. I have a bag of it in my freezer ready.
   
2. Individual cans are much more fizzy than bottles, and they get colder in the fridge.
   
3. Chill the cans well. Putting warm tonic on ice cubes just makes the drink go flat.
   
4. Use the right garnish.
   

Most pubs and bars are so bad at serving gin and tonic I only drink it at home. What's your guys advice?
PS. that's heather in my drinking in case you're curious, for my favourite Downpour gin from the Outer Hebrides.

It’s very rare my wife wants a cocktail these days but we made a couple or highballs to have before dinner.
They read a little sweet, but there was plenty of brightness and tartness and the Maraschino added some signature funk and savoury tones.

I’ve included the gin recipe for anyone that wants a new recipe.

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30ml The Forge Autumn Gin

15ml Lime Juice

7.5ml Chestnut Honey

7.5ml Luxardo Maraschino

2 Dashes Dr Adam’s Glover’s Bitters

Shake briefly

Double strain into highball glass topped with 150ml
Fever Tree Raspberry and Rhubarb Tonic

Garnish dried citrus and Rosemary.

Smaller glass cuz it's a school night

Hello everyone! Been a while since I have reviewed a gin. Started a PhD program and also moved so super busy. Anyways! Today I am reviewing Prairie Organic gin from Minnesota! Very affordable at only around 20$!!!

The nose of this gin is like a summer salad! Bright, savory, and with gentle sweet notes. Juniper is in there somewhere but it is wrapped in really lush smells which is really impressive when you consider this is an organic gin!

The taste really quite amazing! There are ten plants in this gin and you really get the full spectrum with a strong degree of longevity and complexity. Up front, the juniper blends with basil and lavender to deliver a sweet floral note that reminds me of blueberries! Later, savory and spicy notes of rosemary and peppercorn follow. It ends in a way that summarizes the whole experience as the sweetness lingers with the later flavors!

Overall-4.6 stars- really quite something given the low price, integrity of the product, and the wonderful complexity! Lovely gin!

These added an interesting twist to my negroni, i’m usually just using Botanist or the blue/green bottle gunpowder gin.

But these are my staples to always have on hand

Hi all,

I want to make a lavender infused gin. If you've done a floral infusion before, what type of gin did you use? I have a pretty wide variety and am always open to new ones as well.

Need recommendations please.

That is what my dad drinks and he enjoys it. Or maybe it’s because he drinks a lot and likes the price point.

At any rate, I want to get him a nice bottle for his birthday. I’m thinking $100 or $150 but want to make sure that it’s something he will enjoy and isn’t drastically different.

The only thing I can find online are either Sipsmith V.J.O.P. Gin or Procera Blue Dot. The descriptions and difference in price point are throwing me so I clearly have no idea what I’m doing.

Thought I would check in with the experts.