Gin Reviews

What Does Gin Taste Like?

Old Tom vs. Dry vs. Sloe, Plymouth, New Western, Genever With over over 6,000 brands of gin being produced in the world, it should come as no surprise that there is more to gin than juniper berries!

What Does Plymouth Gin Taste Like?

Plymouth Gin, a favorite of the Royal Navy, has been around since 1793 and is enjoying a new popularity. It is known as a solid bar-building gin that works in nearly all cocktails. Plymouth gin is a good choice if you would prefer something earthy with spices and citrus and subdued juniper. It is a brand and a style, and it’s excellent in martinis and can be swapped out for vodka in many instances.

How Does Old Tom Gin Taste?

Whiskey drinkers tend to enjoy the nice, rich flavor of Old Tom Gin. This deep, intense gin has loyal followers and lucky for all of us, it’s been enjoying a big revival thanks to the sensation of craft cocktails. Old Tom is mainly produced by small batch distillers so flavors vary quite a bit. Look for barrel aged brands for great, malty taste. They will leave you warm and cozy.

What Does Genever Gin Taste Like?

Genever is the Dutch spirit often described as a flavor meld of gin and whiskey. Common ingredients include ginger, star anise, cloves, caraway, coriander, orange and nutmeg. Real Genever lovers sip it slowly, like whiskey. There are two styles: Old Genever is typically enjoyed as a digestive and young Genever as a chilled aperitif.

What Does Sloe Gin Taste Like?

Sloe Gin is naturally flavored, sweet liqueur that tastes fruity in a good way. It tastes plummy and has the flavor of dried fruit and almonds. It’s delicious after a meal, in lieu of desert. But buyer beware!