Greenall’s Original London Dry Gin Review

March 29, 2013 By Justin Leave a Comment

Greenall's Original London Dry Gin

Greenall's

Plain Jane Gin

Greenall's Gin has been around for over a quarter of a millennium, making it tick like a Timex, and one of the reasons for this is consistency. I like the hipster website design where something old is new again and Greenall's rocked out with a extended cocktail list that can be found here.

One item of expression that drew me to Greenall's is that there is an uproar in the community split on the diversity of quality in this product. While some believe it is a great value, other’s tend to agree, not so fast.

My initial intake of Greenall's is that they have to constantly reinvent themselves due to the overwhelming increase in competition. This is a challenge because how to sustain your current customer base while bringing on new clientele.

Let’s back up and realize that Greenall's incorporate as a business the same year the Gin Distilling in England 1761. Let’s also realize a raging inferno in 2005 only shut down production for 5 days. 7 master distillers have held the reigns for over 250 years, and right now Joanne Moore is in control.

Tasting is simmered down, well in control of a G rated party. There’s nothing here to knock your socks off, but rather allow yourself to unwind without awakening the spirits.

Imagine you are at a party and there are a dozen sorority sisters, all looking the same, there is no differentiator. I get that vibe from Greenall's, not that it is a bad thing, rather I’m looking for more.

For other’s, Consistence is a pleasant atmosphere of involvement and people tend to like what to expect. My intentions would be that the wow factor would come from the cocktails not just the gin. This is where I struggle since I allow the spirit itself to carry me off on my own, and I don’t get that sensation here alone.

What I would endorse, would be the wide allocation of cocktails apparent on the website, which allow this gin to serve as a baseline to exploration. Even the glasses that demo the ability to mix well will make the curiosity grow.

Pros

Great Baseline for Cocktails
Consistent
Plays well with others
Won’t knock your socks off
Mellow Flavor

Cons

Plain Jane Personality may not be for some

Green is a good color on you.

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Rear Admiral Joseph’s Original London Dry Gin Review

March 9, 2013 By Justin Leave a Comment

Rear Admiral Joseph's Original London Dry Gin

Rear Admiral Joesph's Original London Dry Gin-Scaled Bottle

Rear Admiral Joseph's Original London Dry Gin is the best value in gin today.

It’s hard to go wrong with Trader Joe’s these days, projected a selection of products only found in their store.

I like this as it reflects upon a poor man’s Costco.

My initial first impress of Rear Admiral Joseph's Original London Dry Gin would that it would be good, although after researching on the web, it seems that W.J. Stillman LTD, having a direct connection to Loch Lomond Distillery knows what they are doing when it comes to spirits.

I can equate the aroma to Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier it’s pleasant, powdery notes hum a certain sort of rhythm that compliments the case of Two Buck Chuck you picked up. Persuasive notes of indulgence are here, as the lowest ranking admiral signals to hit the high seas.

It’s certainly smooth with a certain mineralistic quality about it that echoes the shores of Scotland. I’m not complaining about this 7 dollar special.

What I enjoy about this gin is that Trader Joe’s has a wide variety of mixers, especially their juices that compliment their spirits fully. Your party is now complete with this gin added to the mix. Shout out to Trader Joe’s Heart of Darkness Mango Passion Fruit Blend with rum, and you won’t be disappointed. You will be educated with Francis Ford Coppola, But I helped him drink his wine. He always had some mighty fine wine, sing it.

Wrapping up, Rear Admiral Joseph's Original London Dry Gin deserves a second look, as I am increasingly pleased with the pure value Trader Joe’s bring. If you are mixing or sipping dry, I can think of no better pleasing of the masses than Rear Admiral Joseph's Original London Dry Gin. While this is no RAJ, it must certainly will do by bring a classic to the dinner table or Helm.

Pros

Best Mixing Gin I’ve seen
Poor Man’s Beefeater
One Stop Shop
From Cradle to Grave
LAND HO!

Cons

On my third glass, and still going strong.

LAND HO!

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Tanqueray London Dry Gin Review

September 6, 2012 By Justin Leave a Comment

Tanqueray London Dry Gin

Tanqueray is a gin that is available everywhere, and chances are if you have had gin before, it might of been Tanqueray.

Now the downside to tanqueray is that people that have tried and didn’t like it usually stop right there. The term “Mother’s Ruin” applies here, I can hear your mother saying “Don’t ever drink gin, because gin will make you sin.”

Tanqueray has a place in my heart because I associated it with good times in the club and a growing period in my life. Who can forget the proverbial TnT, Tanqueray and Tonic, that is just refreshing, sophisticated and yummy. I love the elegance and exquisiteness that becomes you as the spirit is enjoyed neat. The true identity comes through and it has some getting used to, but when it does the word “Wow” escapes the lip. Most people dodge out too early and discount Tanqueray as simply pine sap.

Now that the quality of gin has improved and people are no longer making it in their bathtub,(so I hope), I look forward to the next creation, while still remaining humble. It’s crisp, clean and refreshing, and I feel people that have been drinking gin for decades drink Tanqueray. I wonder how you market to a younger crowd now that the amount of gin has increased from what it was ten years ago. I have respect for Tanqueray and admire the long stretch of continuing success. Finding new cocktails to compliment the flavor profile would be very enlightening and I love the ability to look at things from new eyes.

Going to the actual distillery would open my eyes to more history and tradition. Let’s heighten my appreciation to see how it all happens behind the scenes and view the technical aspects of start to finish. I always love hearing the story behind how things are created.

Pros

Time honored tradition
Powerhouse of gins
Gives you a reason to come back
More appreciation with age
Classic Gin

Cons

Will Tanqueray ever make a new gin?

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Bombay Dry Gin Review

September 3, 2012 By Justin 1 Comment

Bombay Dry Gin saves the Queen.

Bombay Dry Gin

“White Queen”

Often overshadowed by it’s Blue Brother, Bombay Dry Gin has earned respect among the gin community as a classic London Dry Gin. More juniper taste, and a peppery aroma, Bombay Dry Gin lends memories of classic British tradition, that will leave with an English accent at the end of the glass.

Bombay Dry Gin makes me think there is more to offer in the world. It start’s complex and drifts away with lingering burn in the month, makes you think of sophistication and inebriation all at the same time. It’s a gin that can’t be denied a place in history as well as any bar, as some might use this as their well gin. Lemon peel is present here as deep inhalation is take aback and analyzed.

Bombay Dry Gin has the uncanny ability to let your thought process go to a deeper level, it’s a thinker’s gin, with beautiful remarks of vapor dreams. In these visions, you would have the remarkable insight to believe there is a way to make gin better. Take what you know and proceed to produce a volume of suggestions, recipes and refinement.

Now, it’s not always how you can make things better, but different. This is illustrated in Bombay Sapphire, as well as Bombay Sapphire East, which bring in two additional ingredients to counteract the sweetness of American Tonic Water. Keep in mind good gin is up to speculation as all of our palates are different. It would explain why some like chocolate, and others enjoy vanilla.

Pros

Let’s people understand the start of gins
See how much gin has evolved
Opens the Door to new things
Classic London Dry Gin
Nice to see more than just Juniper

Cons

How would you make Bombay Dry Gin different?

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Beefeater 24 Gin Review

August 23, 2012 By Justin Leave a Comment

Beefeater 24 is a pleasure to drink whether you’re reflecting on the day or just getting started.

Beefeater 24

“Union Jack is Back.”

A sense of relaxation comes over from entitling oneself to take in the swift aroma of Beefeater 24. I see men marching and Big Ben chiming in, all while flying first class British Airways.

Beefeater has always been a traditional London Dry Gin, and Beefeater 24 brings a modern twist on a timeless classic. The tea and grapefruit ingredient add character and depth, with complexity not found in any other gin on the market. This is a lot to say since just the right delicate touch of citrus not only compliments the aroma but also the taste and finish. It’s balance and streamlined enough to make the royal guard blush.

It’s versatile enough to be mixed with anything or enjoyed neat. It bring’s me back to my early years in college when we go out mid day to socialize and experience what life has to offer: Fun, laughs and good stories.

There is a coolness about Beefeater 24, much like James Bond, that you simply can’t get enough of… a very rewarding gin and open’s doors to the concept “Tea Party.” You can always make something better which can result in exciting and unexpected outcomes with Beefeater 24.

As I have reviewed gin before, this seems to be one of the easiest gins to review because it’s so likable, approachable, and pleasant; it’s done right, with the correct amount of fineness and finish to keep you coming back for more. Think of it as a new acquaintance you feel you have known all your life, a little bit of Deja Vu brought on by the smell of satisfaction.

Beefeater 24 brings new ingredients to a traditional model and it works. The tea allows us to dip into realms of uncharted territories and be creative in today’s society. I love how fun this gin is, as it opens doors to new things, and reunites old favorites together from different corners of the world. Beefeater 24, made in London, and made for the world to enjoy.

Pros

Versatile on it’s own
Brings a new vision to the world of gin
Get your cocktails ready
Thinks on it’s feet
Full of Satisfaction

Cons

How can you make this better?

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