Zuidam Dutch Courage Old Tom’s Gin (70cl , 40%)
A sweet, flavourful Old Tom Gin from Zuidam’s Dutch Courage series, made with juniper, sweet orange, fresh whole lemons, coriander, angelica, liquorice, whole vanilla beans, elderflower and iris root. It’s then set aside to age in American oak barrels for a short while before bottling. Also, it has a rather daring-looking cat wearing a moustache, monocle and a top hat on the label. Which is rad.
Zuidam Dutch Courage Old Tom Gin is a sweet, malty, and spicy gin with a citrus-forward profile, aged in American oak barrels to add notes of vanilla, brown sugar, and toasted oak. Reviewers describe its aroma as a mix of fresh juniper, orange, and cookie-like spices, while the taste is rich and complex with sweet orange and citrus notes alongside spices like ginger, licorice, and vanilla. It is considered a versatile gin that works well for sipping or in classic cocktails like the Martinez.
Aroma
- Fresh juniper and citrus (orange, lemon)
- Spices reminiscent of baking cookies, including cinnamon and clove
- A subtle layer of malt
- Hints of vanilla and toasted oak from the barrel aging
- A whisper of orange liqueur
Taste
- Initial: Prominent citrus and orange notes with a noticeable sweetness from brown sugar
- Mid-palate: Juniper is present but balanced, accompanied by spicy elements like ginger and licorice, along with vanilla
- Finish: Lingering sweetness and juniper, with notes of vanilla and toasted oak spice
Overall Impression
- Style: A rich, complex Old Tom gin that bridges the gap between genever and modern dry gin
- Sweetness: Fairly sweet due to the malting process and aging, but balanced by spices and citrus
- Versatility: Excellent for both sipping neat or on ice, and for use in classic cocktails that benefit from its character, such as a Martinez
- Quality: Often praised as a great value, high-quality gin with a refined and smooth character
| Weight | 2,2 kg |
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