🥃 Tanqueray London Dry
The main Tanqueray line: a dry London gin with juniper, coriander and angelica; 41.3% ABV according to Difford's Guide.
Tanqueray London Dry is the main line of the Tanqueray brand and its classic dry gin with a clear juniper character. It is where most people first meet the brand, and it is often used as the reference point for dry gin. Strength depends on the market: Difford's Guide gives 41.3% ABV, while other markets sometimes list higher figures.
According to Difford's Guide, the recipe has not changed since 1830, and the gin is distilled in a single pass in a copper pot still called Old Tom. The main botanicals listed are Tuscan juniper, coriander and angelica; the producer's website also mentions liquorice. It is made at Cameronbridge Gin Distillery, and the brand is owned by Diageo.
Why this matters to you. London Dry is the point of comparison for the rest of the range: No. Ten is more aromatic, while Rangpur and Flor de Sevilla are noticeably fruitier. Check the strength on the label of your own bottle, because it differs between countries. The WHO reminds us that there is no safe amount of alcohol.
Facts
| Year founded | recipe since 1830 (according to Difford's Guide) |
|---|---|
| Distillation method | one pass in the copper Old Tom pot still |
| Raw material | juniper, coriander, angelica; liquorice (according to the producer) |
| Alcohol (% vol.) | 41.3% ABV on the British market; other countries differ |
How it connects to Spirits
🥃 Tanqueray London Dry → affects → 🍷 Alcohol and health ← affects ← 🥃 Spirits
Links
- What it affects
- 🍷 Alcohol and health, 🍷 Drunk driving
- Part of
- 🥃 Tanqueray, 🍸 London gin, 🍸 Gin
- Similar and different
- 🥃 Tanqueray Blackcurrant Royale, 🥃 Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla, 🥃 Tanqueray Blackcurrant Royale, 🥃 Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla, 🥃 Tanqueray No. Ten, 🥃 Tanqueray Rangpur, 🥃 Tanqueray No. Ten, 🥃 Tanqueray Rangpur, 🥃 Bombay Sapphire Gin
Frequently asked questions
Is it true that Tanqueray London Dry has one strength everywhere in the world?
No. Difford's Guide gives 41.3% ABV for the British market; other markets may differ, so check the label.
Which botanicals are in Tanqueray London Dry?
Difford's Guide names Tuscan juniper, angelica and coriander; the producer's flavour description also mentions liquorice.
Where is this gin made?
According to Difford's Guide, at Cameronbridge Gin Distillery in Great Britain; the owner is Diageo.
What to read next
- 🥃 Tanqueray Blackcurrant Royale — Berry line of Tanqueray: gin flavoured with French blackcurrant, vanilla and black orchid; 41.3% ABV according to Difford's Guide.
- 🍷 Alcohol and health — Alcohol in any drink is harmful in large amounts, and the risks grow with the quantity.
- 🥃 Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla — Orange line of Tanqueray from 2018: gin flavoured with Seville orange essence; 41.3% ABV according to Difford's Guide.
- 🥃 Tanqueray No. Ten — The premium Tanqueray line: a gin made from whole fresh citrus and chamomile, launched in 2000; 47.3% ABV according to Difford's Guide.
- 🥃 Tanqueray Rangpur — Citrus line of Tanqueray from 2006: Rangpur lime, ginger and bay leaf were added to the London Dry recipe; 41.3% ABV according to Gin Guild.
Similar
🥃 Tanqueray Blackcurrant Royale · 🥃 Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla · 🥃 Tanqueray No. Ten · 🥃 Tanqueray Rangpur · 🥃 Beefeater Crown Jewel · 🥃 Gordon's London Dry Gin
⚠️ Spirit drinks contain alcohol and are for adults only. Alcohol harms health. Do not drink during pregnancy or before driving; check the label for ingredients and possible allergens.
Sources
- Difford's Guide: Tanqueray London Dry Gin (41.3 % alc./vol.; Tuscan juniper, angelica, coriander; one-shot in the copper pot still Old Tom; Cameronbridge; Diageo)
- Tanqueray (official site): Original London Dry Gin (juniper, coriander, angelica, liquorice; named after Charles Tanqueray)
- Regulation (EU) 2019/787 on spirit drinks (OJ L 130, 17.5.2019), Art. 2 and Annex I (gin, liqueur)
- WHO/Europe: No level of alcohol consumption is safe for our health (04.01.2023)