Gordon's Special Dry London Gin - you must have heard of it?? Probably one of the most well known and long established brands. Indeed on the label it states that it has been distilled in Great Britain since 1769 - that's even older than I am! ;o)
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Advantages: Distinct flavour, refreshing Disadvantages: High alcohol content!
Gordon's Special Dry London Gin - you must have heard of it?? Probably one of the most well known and long established brands. Indeed on the label it states that it has been distilled in Great Britain since 1769 - that's even older than I am! ;o)
Although a lot of you will have realised by now I am generally a wine drinker but I am partial to a little ( or a lot) of gin when in the mood - it has such a distinctive and refreshing flavour ... ...drink.
Gordon's gin is 37.5% volume alcohol so it is a pretty hefty tipple and you know when you've had a few (or at least I do) but it is very drinkable never becoming sickly or overpowering although Slimline tonic can certainly become sickly so be careful which mixer you choose to enjoy it with.
As for meal accompaniments that is harder for me to say as I have only ever drunk it on its own at home or in the pub but ... more
Gordon's Special Dry London Gin - you must have heard of it?? Probably one of the most well known and long established brands. Indeed on the label it states that it has been distilled in Great Britain since 1769 - that's even older than I am! ;o)
Although a lot of you will have realised by now I am generally a wine drinker but I am partial to a little ( or a lot) of gin when in the mood - it has such a distinctive and refreshing flavour and cheaper brands just taste, well, sort of metallic and cheap.
I hadn't bought any gin myself for a long, long time always forgetting how much I like it and opting for wine instead (except in pubs when I like a nice G & T - especially in Summer) but I was given a half size (35cl) bottle by my ex-bofriend last Christmas which he had won in a works raffle. It has sat in my cupboard untouched for a couple of months until I developed a yearning for a nice gin and tonic.
The classic square green bottle (the larger 75cl bottle is round) with the stark white label called to me to open it so I went to my local shop to invest in some tonic water so that I could imbibe.
What refreshing bliss! You cannot beat a nice chilled gin with fresh chilled sparkling tonic water and a either lots of ice and a slice of lemon, or, as I do, you can either squirt a little lemon into it or buy the tesco Tonic water with a twist of lemon already added. I have to repeat myself - it is SO refreshing - that distinctive gin flavour of juniper berries which is so hard to describe. Kind of bitter but flavoursome with the lovely tart tonic water - it really makes a nice change from my usual wine.
Gin is also very tasty and revitalising with fresh orange juice - that is how I first discovered the joys of gin to be truthful. Not too much orange and again with ice and a slice of lemon or orange - another wonderful Summer drink.
Gordon's gin is 37.5% volume alcohol so it is a pretty hefty tipple and you know when you've had a few (or at least I do) but it is very drinkable never becoming sickly or overpowering although Slimline tonic can certainly become sickly so be careful which mixer you choose to enjoy it with.
As for meal accompaniments that is harder for me to say as I have only ever drunk it on its own at home or in the pub but I imagine it would go with lighter or white meat meals as a medium white wine would.
Gordons describe the drink as "invigorating" and I can't argue with that (unless you get through copious amounts at once!) On looking around a half bottle seems to cost around £5-6 and a full size (75cl) bottle seems to be around £9 depending on where you shop, supermarkets are generally cheaper but go for a good brand.
So, untwist that cap, pour, add your chosen mixer and enjoy the refreshemnt!
Advantages: Refreshing. Nice Flavour. Smooth Disadvantages: Not many unless you dont like gin
...finest of all gins is Gordon's and this is today the best selling gin in the world.It was developed in 18th century London when Alexander Gordon set up his distillery. Gin is distilled from malted grain and flavoured with juniper berries.It was first invented three hundred years ago,not in England, but in Holland,by a Dutch chemist.It was designed to be a remedy against a number of ailments and to generally make people feel better. The English soon ... ...to this drink. Gordon's London Dry Gin has a very strong flavour and is a smooth and versatile drink. It is also a great favourite of bartenders since they use it in numerous cocktails. Indeed,it is used in more mixed drinks than any other distilled spirit.
Whether you mix gin in a cocktail or have it with a dash of tonic,on a hot summer's day,it is just about the most refreshing drink you can choose.London Dry Gin,in particular,is so smooth and ...
ashford 21.03.2002 (21.05.2002)
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Advantages: Crisp & Zestful, Invigorating, Of the highest quality Disadvantages: None other than if you do not like gin, As with all alcholic drinks it must be drunk in moderation
Gordon's is a name synonomous with gin and is the worlds largest selling brand. Gordon's Gin is produced in in a wopping 150 countries worldwide and 100 million bottles are produced every year. Gordon's Gin was first produced in London in 1769, which means its been around for around 233 years. Gordon's Gin is the only brand that boasts of being able to display the Royal Coat of Arms by Appointment to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. As mentioned earlier ... ...What is known is that Gordon's uses natural botanicals and Italian juniper berries to create their gin. The flavour is very crisp and zestful and creates an extremely refreshing and invigorating drink. One of the most popular ways to have your Gordon's is with tonic and a slice of lime. This is my favourite way too. It is best served in a long glass with lots of ice. Other ways of having it are with fruit juices, especially cranberry and grapefruit ...
vinodgm 19.04.2002
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...eve, I was mostly drinking.....GIN!! Gordon's Special London Dry Gin to be more precise. Still, no need for special occasions, this can be drunk at any time (within reason). I'm currently looking at a 1 litre bottle, alas with just a trickle remaining, perhaps enough for one or too...hic. But, hurrah, my very kind lady bought not one, but two bottles last time she went on a booze cruise, so no need to cry.
Firstly my bottle(s) look different than ... ...is probably because they have one label for those sold within the UK, and one for those sold elsewhere, either that or they have actually changed it. The royal crest is still there, assuring me that the queen herself loves a good G and T, as does the rest of the royals perhaps. It's also still stating by appointment to the queen mother, so there is an after life, after all. Very re-assuring. It's got the UK and London all over the bottle - in fact ...
Kingseany 07.01.2005
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Advantages: A pleasant alternative to dry gin. Disadvantages: Isn't available in all retailers.
I am a big Gin and Tonic fan. Slim-line with ice and masses of fresh lime. Just divine....and Gordons is definitely my favourite brand. Recently I also discovered that Gordons do a sloe gin, something I previously didn't even know existed. I gave it a try and quite enjoyed it and today it makes a pleasant change from my usual tipple when I fancy something a little different!
According to the BBC website Sloe Gin was originally devised to disguise the defects of poor, tainted distillations back in the olden days. These days it is considered a traditional winter warmer and is particularly associated with Christmas time.
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Advantages: Delicate complex flavour Disadvantages: More expensive than many other brands
, but there is no need to add a slice of lemon, as you get an initial fresh citrus hit from the gin itself. The drink is light and refreshing while still feeling quite "full" in the mouth, with a true depth of flavour. It also doesn't leave the nasty perfumed aftertaste that can come with some other brands. I find it mixes well with orange juice too, if you don't mind a sweet drink, or it can be drunk on its own over ice.
This is definitely my preferred brand of gin, but unfortunately all this refinement does come at a price. A 70cl bottle in Tesco costs £13.87, or a litre costs £19.38. This compares with, for example, Gordon's Special Dry London Gin 70cl for £11.18. You can't miss it on the shelf, as it comes in a distinctive, light blue transparent bottle with square sides. ...
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Tanqueray Special DryGin's main competitors in the UK are Bombay Sapphire, Gordon's and Plymouth Gin.
Bombay is a good quality gin, but is quite over-rated and like many other spirits benefits from good marketing which make it seem of higher quality than it is. Though it has a funky blue bottle, that draws attention, Bombay distillation process and recipe are not of the same quality as that of Tanqeray and Plymouth and as a result the gin lacks some of the flavour and crisp, clean taste of the latter gins.
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