Gordon's London Dry Gin
Gordon's Gin has been a global phenomenon since the 17th century. With a clear and dry juniper on the palate and a zesty, medium-length finish prized for its purity and genuineness. The traditional taste of Gin and Tonic is defined by this excellent gin.
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Brands |
Diageo |
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Country Of Origin |
England |
Alcohol Percentage |
37.5% |
Volume |
700ml |
Type |
Gin |
Gordon’s Gin is triple-distilled and made with juniper berries, coriander seeds, and angelica root, to mention a few ingredients. Typically enjoyed with a classic Gin and Tonic mix.
History of Gordon’s Gin
1769: Alexander Gordon - the first few pioneers of quality gin distillation founded Gordon’s gin
1800: Gordon’s was world famous and available in almost every corner of the globe.
1924: Invented and launched the first Cocktail Shaker bottle in response to the growing trend of cocktail parties
1925: Gordon’s gin was granted four Royal Warrants
1960: Achieved the status of being the world’s best-selling international gin brand.
2019: Gordon’s Gin sold a bottle for every 3 seconds, growing 56% in sales in the UK and 28% globally
2020: 6.7 million 9 liter cases of Gordon’s gin was sold worldwide
5 Facts of Gordon’s Gin
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In the 1850s, Australians loved Gordon's Gin so much they paid for it with gold dust.
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Gordon's Gin was James Bond's gin of choice. He insists in Casino Royale that his Vesper Martini is to be made with Gordon's Gin.
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Junipers are matured for 18 months to create the best flavour.
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The recipe for Gordon’s gin is only made known to six people in the world.
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Legend has it that a member of the Gordon family once saved the King of Scotland from a boar whilst out on a hunting trip. In gratitude for his bravery, a symbol of a boar’s head was marked on the Gordon’s family coat of arms - An emblem that is featured on the bottle since 1909
Flavour Profile
The Colour
Crystal Clear
The Nose
Sweet notes of juniper, lemon zest and a hint of fresh herbs
Mouth
Clean with dry juniper flavour and a slowly developing lemon and other citrusy notes
The Finish
Simple and medium length with an unmistakable juniper burst
Awards
- International Spirits Challenge 2020, London Gin Standard (Silver)
- The Gin Masters (The Spirits Business) 2020, London Dry (Gold)
- The Gin Masters (The Spirits Business) 2019, Premium (Silver)
- San Francisco World Spirit Competition 2019, Gin (Silver)
- International Spirits Challenge 2019, London Gin Standard (Silver)
- International Spirits Challenge 2018, London Gin Standard (Silver)
- The Gin Masters (The Spirits Business) 2018, London Dry (Silver)
- International Spirits Challenge 2017, Gin (Gold)
- International Spirits Challenge 2016, Gin (Bronze)