Tanqueray London Dry Gin Product Review By Afzal Kaba: Taste, History, Price Inside

Tanqueray London Dry Gin is an herbaceous, juniper-forward spirit complete with an iconic citrus flavour, balanced with herbal notes that make it an excellent addition in cocktails. One of the most archetypical london dry gins, it also comes in interesting packaging that gives it a distinct visual appearance. Cocktail expert Afzal Kaba reviews this classic London Dry gin exploring its taste, price point, and more. 

Flavour Profile  

As Kaba reviews one of Tanqueray’s finest spirits, he explores the aromas and layered flavours of this gin to recognise its distinctly crisp and fresh scent.   

On the nose, he mentions, the aromas of citrus and juniper berries can be spotted quite prominently.   

As for the palette, the gin does embody the freshness of citruses coupled with a complex spice and sweetness. Kaba goes on that this intricate flavour profile is quite interesting especially since the gin is flavoured using just four botanicals.  

The gin, complete with herbal, pine and citrus notes and a long and rich finish, distilled using the London dry formula brings forth the characteristics of the four elements namely, juniper, coriander, angelica root and liquorice that go into making the liquor. And with just these four primary botanicals, the spirit delivers a clean, crisp, juniper-forward profile that is an excellent addition to cocktails. 

Packaging And Design  

The bottle carrying Tanqueray London Dry Gin, Kaba notes, is in the shape of a cocktail shaker to remind bartenders that it is the perfect gin for making cocktails.   

Such a clever shape of the bottle actually gives it a fine visual appeal and undoubtedly makes it a bartender’s choice for crafting different classic gin-based cocktails such as the negroni or the gimlet.   

The spirit contains an average ABV of 47.3% in most international markets for a 750 ml bottle, which is subject to slight variations according to the size of the bottle and the region in which it is being distributed. 

Tanqueray’s Legacy  

Founded by Charles Tanqueray over three centuries ago, sometime in 1830, the Tanqueray London Dry quickly garnered a reputation for its good-quality distillation and its crisp, clear juniper-forward flavour. Over time, Tanqueray has also introduced different innovations such as the Tanqueray No. 10 Gin which is a premium spirit made in small batches. 

Price Range  

Today, a 750 ml bottle of Tanqueray London Dry Gin is priced in most states between Rs. 2000 - Rs. 3000, and as Kaba suggests can become a perfect addition to Sunday brunches and house parties where gin cocktails are being prepared. 

Cocktail Serving And Pairing  

The complex, juniper-forward notes of Tanqueray London Dry Gin can be paired with numerous citrusy and fruity flavours such which can be blended with lime juice, orange zest and even grapefruit juice in the making of different classic cocktails. Reviewers and consumers tasting this spirit seek it out as an addition to cocktails especially because of these citrus-forward notes which can be blended with similarly flavoured mixers.  

A 30 ml Tanqueray London Dry Gin can also be mixed with 90 ml tonic water to craft a perfect G&T complete with the fizziness of the sparkler and the crisp, savoury touch of the spirit. Other ingredients that go well with London Dry gin include the savoury touch of cucumbers and the herbal notes of basil and rosemary.  

Evidently, the final verdict surely points to Tanqueray London Dry as a spirit that is definitely worth trying out with different citrus-forward mixers and sparkling water or fizzy drinks the next time one is at a bar or a house party looking for gin-based blends.