Thread: Gin Drinkers Ahoy!!!

There is a gin made in Philly called Bluecoat- it's in a blue rectangular bottle. It has citrusy overtones.

You can never go wrong with Tanqueray(sp?). Also, back when I drank gin quite a bit, I had a bit of a soft spot for good ole Beefeater.

Originally Posted by Devilpup

Gentlemen what would you suggest for a good starter gin? While temperatures are still pretty low, mid to high 70's, it seems to be extra humid this year and I'm looking for a change from my usual scotch. I'm thinking Gin and Tonic, Tom Collins, and a handful of other cocktails depending on a whim.

I'd say Bombay Sapphire.

Originally Posted by Devilpup

Gentlemen what would you suggest for a good starter gin? While temperatures are still pretty low, mid to high 70's, it seems to be extra humid this year and I'm looking for a change from my usual scotch. I'm thinking Gin and Tonic, Tom Collins, and a handful of other cocktails depending on a whim.

Tanqueray Rangpur.

Tanqueray is the everyday gin of choice, without getting into the obscure/expensive (/extremely delicious) options like Hendricks or Old Tom or what have you. Tanqueray itself is a very ginny-gin, and the Rangpur variety is a bit sweeter with some hints of lime. It goes excellent with tonic. For a gin newb, that's the way to go.

A nice gin for summer drinks is Plymouth.

Boodles, please.

And speaking of gin, any other Pimm's drinkers here?

I had my first taste of gin and tonic on Saturday night and it was a revelation.
It was Gordon's gin with ice, tonic and a wedge of lime + a shaving of lime zest. And I had more than one!
Anyone here have any experience with Gin? What would be a good brand?

Ah, yes, a good Gin and Tonic is easily one of the best longdrinks imo.

You have started with a good one I think.
Gordon's dry gin is quality stuff.

My personal favorite for GT is Tanqueray though.
Silky smooth and with just the right flavours for a gin and tonic.

I know Gordon's is the biggest brand in Britain but I know that doesn't always mean it's the best.
Tanqueray is a pretty big brand to and I might give it a try.
I know gin can vary drastically from brand to brand. Maybe I'll go to the pub and try a variety

Good timing Kev. I’m putting together a Christmas gift of Bombay Sapphire, tonic, quality olives and some assorted snacks.

It should beat the old fruit basket.