Gin Thread! - Page 3

qwerty1500 · 06-13-2010, 04:56 PM

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Plymouth ... something about it being the only gin served at Parliament and Churchill's favorite. Going to do a little research on those two claims.

Enjoyed the research. Learned about the difference between London dry gin and Pkymouth. Found nothing to support the claim that Plymouth is the only gin served in Parliament. However, it does appear to be Churchill's favorite as well as the favorite gin of FDR, Alfred Hitchcock and Ian Flemming.

yourchoice · 07-02-2010, 10:41 PM

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Almost picked up a bottle of NA, but figured I should wait until my bottle of Beefeater is finished.

Well, the Beefeater was kicked, so I picked up a bottle of NA. For a gin and tonic, I am very pleased.

The real test will come later this weekend when I make a martini with it.

07-06-2010, 06:13 PM

Do we have any NYC BOTLS? For some reason the Beefeater Summer Edition has only been released in select markets. The only one I know of is NYC. If someone is there and can find it/get it for me I will gladly pay for a bottle and the shipping. It is supposed to retail for 19.99 for a 750ml. Please PM me if possible

qwerty1500 · 07-06-2010, 07:54 PM

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It is supposed to retail for 19.99 for a 750ml.

Wow. That is what the regular old Beefeaters goes for around here.

357 · 08-27-2010, 01:25 PM

I would rank my favs in this order

1. Hendricks
2. Sapphire
3. Tanqueray Ten

Other good GnT gins: Tanqueray, Bombay, Beefeater

Yet to try NA, Goordons or Plymouth. I'll have to keep my eye open for them.

e-man67 · 08-27-2010, 01:49 PM

Hendricks is the bestest!

yourchoice · 08-27-2010, 02:24 PM

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Well, the Beefeater was kicked, so I picked up a bottle of NA. For a gin and tonic, I am very pleased.

The real test will come later this weekend when I make a martini with it.

Glad this was bumped. I had the NA in a martini, and I'll put it this way...I won't hesitate to use it for a gin and tonic again.

I picked up a bit too much orange flavor when using it for a martini. YMMV

galaga · 08-27-2010, 03:01 PM

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Glad this was bumped. I had the NA in a martini, and I'll put it this way...I won't hesitate to use it for a gin and tonic again.

I picked up a bit too much orange flavor when using it for a martini. YMMV

It does have a pronounced orange flavor, but I like it. I find myself going back and forth between New Amsterdam and a more traditional gin, Bombay Sapphire. Every once and awhile, mixing the two.

08-27-2010, 03:52 PM

I finally got a hold of a bottle of summer edition beefeater.....its amazing.

yourchoice · 08-27-2010, 04:18 PM

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It does have a pronounced orange flavor, but I like it. I find myself going back and forth between New Amsterdam and a more traditional gin, Bombay Sapphire. Every once and awhile, mixing the two.

I really enjoyed the orange flavor with the gin and tonic, but not so much in the martini.

Right now enjoying a Tanqueray and tonic.

Hopefully the Phils can get off the snide tonight, eh Rick?

galaga · 08-27-2010, 04:23 PM

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I really enjoyed the orange flavor with the gin and tonic, but not so much in the martini.

Right now enjoying a Tanqueray and tonic.

Hopefully the Phils can get off the snide tonight, eh Rick?

Not tonight

........fiver on the series???

yourchoice · 08-27-2010, 04:48 PM

I'm always game for a little friendly wager!

You're on.
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galaga · 08-27-2010, 05:57 PM

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I'm always game for a little friendly wager!

You're on.
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Wohoo!

hammondc · 08-28-2010, 07:49 AM

Had some Hendricks last night. I usually do Hendricks & Tonic with a bit of lime. Absolutely fantastic.

my top 3
Hendricks
Beefeaters
Tanqueray Bombay

warren G. · 10-23-2010, 11:28 PM

I love Gin. Beside my single malt, I find myself restocking gin the most.
3 current gin I always have on me :

Cadenhead’s Old Raj Dry Gin....a real treat.

Martin Miller's London Dry Gin ...they make amazing cocktail. I wish I can find some Junipero from Anchor. They make awesome Martini. I'm also a fan of north shore gin, but they're hard to get down here. If I ever in the midwest area, I'll definitely pick up a bottle or two.

Beefeater London Dry Gin ...my everyday Gin

GolfNut · 10-23-2010, 11:32 PM

My top 3:
Tanqueray 10
Hendericks
Bombay Sapphire

357 · 10-25-2010, 08:17 AM

Finally got to try the NA. Pretty good stuff, especially for the price. I do like the orange flavor. It's kind of different, but nice. Only had two drinks with it, but I have the rest of the fifth to solidify my opinion.

pnoon · 10-25-2010, 05:08 PM

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Finally got to try the NA. Pretty good stuff, especially for the price. I do like the orange flavor. It's kind of different, but nice. Only had two drinks with it, but I have the rest of the fifth to solidify my opinion.

I agree, Mike. The citrus finish is nice.
For the money, it's a great deal.

galaga · 10-27-2010, 02:04 PM

Ran out of Vermouth last night. First sunny day in a while here so I need a martini. Ice, gin, shaken and poured into a martini glass and then poured about a tablespoon of Macallans single malt on top. Held it up to the sun. You know, I could get used to those. Heard it was called a Silver Bullet.

pnoon · 10-27-2010, 02:20 PM

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Ran out of Vermouth last night. First sunny day in a while here so I need a martini. Ice, gin, shaken and poured into a martini glass and then poured about a tablespoon of Macallans single malt on top. Held it up to the sun. You know, I could get used to those. Heard it was called a Silver Bullet.

For an old fart, you're pretty smart!

07-06-2010, 06:13 PM	#43
Eagle53 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Gin Thread! Do we have any NYC BOTLS? For some reason the Beefeater Summer Edition has only been released in select markets. The only one I know of is NYC. If someone is there and can find it/get it for me I will gladly pay for a bottle and the shipping. It is supposed to retail for 19.99 for a 750ml. Please PM me if possible

08-27-2010, 01:25 PM	#45
357 Will herf for food Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mike Location: Home is where I park it Posts: 4,075 Trading: (9)	Re: Gin Thread! I would rank my favs in this order 1. Hendricks 2. Sapphire 3. Tanqueray Ten Other good GnT gins: Tanqueray, Bombay, Beefeater Yet to try NA, Goordons or Plymouth. I'll have to keep my eye open for them. __________________ “Eating and sleeping are the only activities that should be allowed to interrupt a man's enjoyment of his cigar;” Mark Twain

08-27-2010, 01:49 PM	#46
e-man67 Big Drunkin Monkey!! Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: Eric Posts: 1,480 Trading: (29)	Re: Gin Thread! Hendricks is the bestest! __________________ Big hairy Ape chuggin whiskey by the barrel full..making ladies cry!

08-27-2010, 03:52 PM	#49
Eagle53 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Gin Thread! I finally got a hold of a bottle of summer edition beefeater.....its amazing.

08-27-2010, 04:48 PM	#52
yourchoice Down the stretch Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Joel Location: South Jersey Posts: 4,091 Trading: (36)	Re: Gin Thread! I'm always game for a little friendly wager! You're on. Posted via Mobile Device

08-28-2010, 07:49 AM	#54
hammondc Moar Padrons! Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Chip Location: Senoia, GA Posts: 2,625 Trading: (17)	Re: Gin Thread! Had some Hendricks last night. I usually do Hendricks & Tonic with a bit of lime. Absolutely fantastic. my top 3 Hendricks Beefeaters Tanqueray Bombay

10-23-2010, 11:28 PM	#55
warren G. Also a WIS. Join Date: Jun 2010 First Name: Duy Location: New Orleans, LA Posts: 209 Trading: (2)	Re: Gin Thread! I love Gin. Beside my single malt, I find myself restocking gin the most. 3 current gin I always have on me : Cadenhead’s Old Raj Dry Gin....a real treat. Martin Miller's London Dry Gin ...they make amazing cocktail. I wish I can find some Junipero from Anchor. They make awesome Martini. I'm also a fan of north shore gin, but they're hard to get down here. If I ever in the midwest area, I'll definitely pick up a bottle or two. Beefeater London Dry Gin ...my everyday Gin __________________ "After a truly good meal, an outstanding cigar is still the most satisfying after-dinner activity that doesn't involve two human beings."

10-23-2010, 11:32 PM	#56
GolfNut Back in the woodshop! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Forrest Location: Living room Posts: 1,361 Trading: (38)	Re: Gin Thread! My top 3: Tanqueray 10 Hendericks Bombay Sapphire

10-25-2010, 08:17 AM	#57
357 Will herf for food Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mike Location: Home is where I park it Posts: 4,075 Trading: (9)	Re: Gin Thread! Finally got to try the NA. Pretty good stuff, especially for the price. I do like the orange flavor. It's kind of different, but nice. Only had two drinks with it, but I have the rest of the fifth to solidify my opinion. __________________ “Eating and sleeping are the only activities that should be allowed to interrupt a man's enjoyment of his cigar;” Mark Twain

10-27-2010, 02:04 PM	#59
galaga Just call me Slappy. Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1,832 Trading: (3)	Re: Gin Thread! Ran out of Vermouth last night. First sunny day in a while here so I need a martini. Ice, gin, shaken and poured into a martini glass and then poured about a tablespoon of Macallans single malt on top. Held it up to the sun. You know, I could get used to those. Heard it was called a Silver Bullet. __________________ I may be easy, but I'm sure as hell ain't cheap....