Beefeater London Dry Gin – 700ml
The Spirit of London: A True London Dry Gin.
Discover the bold, crisp, and authentic taste of Beefeater, the world’s most awarded gin. As the only historic dry gin still distilled in the heart of London, Beefeater embodies the city’s creative and vibrant energy. The classic 700ml bottle is an essential component of any gin collection, representing a time-honoured recipe that has remained unchanged since the 19th century.
A Proud London Heritage: Founded by pharmacist James Burrough in 1863, Beefeater is named after the iconic Yeoman Warders who guard the Tower of London. To this day, the gin is produced at its London home in Kennington, using the same methods Burrough perfected. This makes Beefeater a true London Dry Gin, not just in style, but in origin.
The Beefeater Recipe: A Bold Blend of Botanicals: The signature character of Beefeater comes from a proprietary recipe of nine carefully selected botanicals. Before distillation, the botanicals are steeped for a full 24 hours. This unique process allows for the extraction of a rich depth of flavour, resulting in a complex and robust gin. The nine botanicals include:
- Bold Juniper
- Zesty Seville Orange & Lemon Peel
- Spicy Coriander Seed
- Earthy Angelica Root & Angelica Seed
- Bitter Almond
- Orris Root
- Sweet Liquorice Root
A Classic, Full-Bodied Taste: The result of this meticulous process is a perfectly balanced and full-bodied gin. Beefeater is celebrated by bartenders worldwide for its strong, juniper-forward character and clean, citrusy finish, which provides the perfect backbone for a wide range of cocktails.
Tasting Notes:
- Nose: A clean and crisp aroma with a strong presence of juniper and a fresh, uplifting citrus zest.
- Palate: Bold and juniper-driven, with a developing complexity of citrus and spice. A classic, robust gin flavour that is both dry and well-balanced.
- Finish: A long, dry, and satisfying finish with a hint of peppery spice.
The Quintessential Serve: Beefeater’s character makes it the ideal gin for the classic Gin & Tonic. For the perfect serve, pour a measure of Beefeater into a highball glass filled with ice, top with chilled tonic water, and garnish with a slice of both lemon and orange to complement its citrus notes. It is also the perfect base for a classic Negroni or a dry Martini.