Boodles British London Dry Gin, 70cl

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Pour one part Boodles Gin and two parts tonic into a highball glass over a squawk of ice, stir to a flourish. These ingredients add a mellow but herbal quality to Boodles, which balances out the essential piney notes from juniper. It begins as a clean spirit distilled from English wheat, and possesses an approachable blend of botanicals including sage, rosemary and nutmeg. Famous members of Boodle's gentleman’s club included former Prime Minister Winston Churchill and James Bond author Ian Fleming, which of course makes Boodles an obvious choice for a Vesper. A further five ingredients round out the recipe and achieve a forthright but subtle spirit, suitable for any proper drinks - Martinis, Boodles and tonics, Bucks, or further mixology, for those so inclined.

Boodles has always been made in the UK, but had previously only been available for purchase in the US and Japan. I am not much of a drinker, but after trying a few other brands of gin, not liking them, my husband came home with Boodles. It begins as a clean spirit distilled from English wheat, and possesses an approachable blend of botanicals including sage, rosemary and nu. a b Robert Plotkin, “Boodles British Gin,” Archived 2014-10-12 at the Wayback Machine American Cocktails. I read a story the other day of how Winston added so little vermouth to his Gin Martinis that sometimes a mere glance in the direction of France would suffice!All of these ingredients come together to add a mellow yet herbal quality to Boodles, balancing out the essential piney notes from the juniper. I immediately purchased a bottle putting my usual Beefeater Gin back on the shelf, and after having my first taste I knew that it would be my gin of choice in the future. Boodles London Dry is the quintessential British gin made in the classic London Dry style and inspired by a recipe that dates back to 1845.

Traditional herbs like nutmeg, sage and rosemary create a refined flavour profile make Boodles a perfectly balanced London Dry that works across an array of garnishes, such as orange, grapefruit, lime or lemon and classic cocktails such a Proper Gin and Tonic, Churchill Martini and Tom Collins.

This London Dry Gin has a lot to offer, including taste notes of powerful pine and juniper, as well as a generous quantity of angelica to give it a traditional flavour.

Boodles is a premium gin which lends itself well to being served on formal occasions, and is most often enjoyed in a martini or a Boodles and Tonic. I love martini's, straight up and icy cold and have tried them with many different gins over the years, finally settling on Beefeaters for a long time. In October 2013, Boodles Gin was released in the UK, with a redesigned bottle and an alcoholic strength of 80 proof. Pour the precious liquid into an oasis of shaved ice and serve immediately to enjoy this shimmering mirage.It is a juniper and coriander-based gin, distinct for having a more understated juniper flavor and unique profile. Interestingly, Boodles Gin contains no citrus – a practical decision made by original distillers who expected a brilliant drink to include a slice of lemon or lime. Boodles British Gin is made in the classic London Dry style and inspired by a recipe that dates back to 1845.

A friend introduced me to Boodles back in 1987 and when ever I got got the chance to purchase, that was my go to brand. It is a gin that is loaded with fragrance in its classic combination of power and finesse as it lingers in the mouth with a smooth almost oily finish. The smooth and balanced nature of Boodles Gin makes it a versatile choice for crafting classic gin cocktails or enjoying it simply over ice. Crafted with meticulous care, this gin features a unique blend of botanicals, including juniper, coriander seed, angelica root, and more.The sweet medley of berries perfectly complements Boodles British Gin’s unique botanicals of rosemary, nutmeg and sage.