Tanqueray N° Ten Distilled Gin

Tanqueray's No. Ten earns its name from the little pot still affectionately called Tiny Ten, where each small batch is distilled with unusual care. Charles Tanqueray & Co. built its reputation on London Dry tradition, but this expression breaks ranks by running fresh whole citrus fruits through the still alongside the classic botanicals. Grapefruit, lime and orange join juniper, coriander, angelica and a soft note of chamomile, giving a gin that feels brighter and more deliberately fresh than its forebears.

The nose is all citrus zest and juniper with a fine floral lift. On the palate it is lively and balanced, grapefruit and lime threading through warm coriander and a flick of white pepper, while the 47.3% strength lends real presence. The finish runs long and dry with gentle bitterness. Pour it into a Dry Martini, or lengthen it with Indian tonic and a wedge of pink grapefruit.