FORDS London Dry Gin

FORDS London Dry Gin is one of the most versatile London Drys on the market. Distilled at the exceptional Thames Distillery by master distiller Charles Maxwell and the famous Simon Ford. They start with a base of Italian juniper and coriander seed, and the recipe is expanded thoughtfully to include bitter oranges, lemon and grapefruit peel. Subtle jasmine and orris add a soft floral quality, while spicy angelica root and cassia bark give it some structure. I’ve always noted a smidge of cucumber, but the distiller won’t cop to it. Anyway, the mixture is steeped for 15 hours before distillation in small 500-liter stills. The rich texture of the spirit balances the intensity of the botanicals perfectly. Imagine yourself drinking this in a perfect martini or in anything the calls for citrus juice. It’s magnificently user friendly and a very well-priced. Designed by bartenders specifically for bar professionals and the home enthusiast.