[Gin] Looking for some gin that isn't too dry.

[Pilky]

So tried gin for the first time a few weeks ago.
I picked up a bottle of this:

I liked it alot, but after a 2 or 3 gin & tonics i realized why its called "dry gin". My mouth was really just too dry after awhile.

I'm looking for something that isn't so dry (if it exists) for new years eve.

Thanks fellas!

 

[ratcheer]

Try Plymouth gin. Everybody seems to love it, and I understand that it is somewhat sweeter than the more usual London dry gin.

By the way, pertaining to alcoholic beverages, "dry" is the opposite of sweet, not the opposite of wet.

Tim

 

[Aaron01]

Hendrick's

 

[Mycon]

Isn't Tanqueray considered the gold-standard for gin and tonics?
That's what I always use, and it tastes great!

 

[Mycon]

I should also say that, Bombay Sapphire is reported to be more for mixed drinks with other spirits. Tanqueray is also a dry gin, but it goes very well with the GnT. Just make sure to use juice from a fresh lime instead of that bottled junk!

 

[chainfire]

Isn't Tanqueray considered the gold-standard for gin and tonics?
That's what I always use, and it tastes great!

+1 - I got a "great deal" on Seagrams last time I was at the state store and can't say it comes close to Tanqueray.

 

[Pilky]

Try Plymouth gin. Everybody seems to love it, and I understand that it is somewhat sweeter than the more usual London dry gin.

By the way, pertaining to alcoholic beverages, "dry" is the opposite of sweet, not the opposite of wet.

Tim

Interesting. All i know is that after 3 of them my mouth was really dry so i figured maybe that was why.

I should have noted that i don't want to spend more then what Bombay sells for.

 

[TimmyBoston]

Plymouth

 

[Pilky]

Plymouth it is!

I'll let you guys know how i make out.

Hope everyone has a fun night!

 

[TwelveBravo]

I have been using Tanqueray Rangpur as of late to make my G&T's. Thus far I am quite impressed with the results.

 

[Macion grey]

Hendricks!

 

[dwestenk]

Gotta agree with the recommendations for Plymouth!

 

[Pilky]

Ok fellas time to post the review.

Went to the store to find some Plymouth but with my great luck they were out. I talked to my cousin who works there and he recommended me New Amsterdam. I got a huge bottle for $20 bucks.

All i have to say is:

+

= a great quick and easy drink that is nice and light.

Be carefull though, they mix so well together it sneaks up on you.

On a side note we mixed it with Fresca and a splash of cranberry and it was awesome that way too.

 

[stobes21]

Try Plymouth gin...By the way, pertaining to alcoholic beverages, "dry" is the opposite of sweet, not the opposite of wet.

Tim

+1. When mixed with tonic the drink is already significantly sweetened, so I doubt the subtle differences in sweetness between different gins is going to be noticeable. If you want your drink sweeter mix a bit more tonic, and if you want it drier then add gin.

OTOH, gin is a wonderful spirit and there is much variety out there. So I encourage you to try different types to find what you like best.

 

[Pilky]

+1. When mixed with tonic the drink is already significantly sweetened, so I doubt the subtle differences in sweetness between different gins is going to be noticeable. If you want your drink sweeter mix a bit more tonic, and if you want it drier then add gin.

Like i said it wasn't about the sweetness but rather the drying effect it had. Kinda of like when you drink alot of cranberry juice (to give you an idea).

Anyhow my problem is solved with the above solution.

 

[langod]

Although it isn't quite as "high end" as Plymouth or Hendricks -- I find Burnett's gin to be a bit sweeter than most, while still being a decent gin.


That said -- my usual go-to gin for Martinis and G&Ts is Gordons. Classic, clean and reasonably inexpensive. Bu Hendricks makes a nice special-occasion treat.

 

[sparkchaser]

New Amsterdam is a very nice gin at that price point.

 

[mparker762]

I'm looking for something that isn't so dry (if it exists) for new years eve.

Many of the Dutch Gins (Jenever) are sweeter than their English cousins.

 

[SmoovD]

New Amsterdam is a very nice gin at that price point.

+1. Great in a Gin Buck.