Martini drinker here. I agree with you. I love Hendrick's, but I agree with you wholeheartedly: after drinking many gins over the years, Beefeater is still the ONE gin I would choose if I could only drink one for the rest of my life! Delicious, complex, yet smooth and subtle...a true masterpiece of ginmaking! Thanks for a great video! You have a new subscriber!
Hey genebigs! Thanks ever so much for your lovely comment and pleased to hear that we think alike. May I wish you a very warm welcome to my channel! Glad to have you aboard! 😊👍
Tanqueray is my favourite... then they came out with the Royale (with current) and I must say it was like my heart opened in a whole new way to this spirit
My first taste of Gin was Bombay Sapphire, neat straight from the bottle as I was raiding my parent's liquor cabinet. My brother and I both agreed at the time that it was perhaps the worst alcohol we'd ever tried. Years later, after getting tired of nothing but vodka and shitty rum I decided to try Gin. I began with Gray's Peak, which though I didn't feel it was anything special, was thrilled to find it was far more enjoyable to me than the Bombay Sapphire. I then tried Beef Eater and my god was that a treat. Beef Eater made me decide that Gin was something well worth getting into. I'm now on my third Gin which is Aviation though I find it a pleasant drink to sip, I miss many of the elements of a more traditional gin such as Beefeater. I'm thinking that next I will try either Hampstead or Tanqueray.
Excellent introduction! As a long time gin drinker of 40 years or so, I concur with your initial suggestions. I would also add Bombay Dry gin (white label)... it predates the later Bombay versions ... to the list of great starter gins.
Good introduction to gin. In the last couple of years I've got through Gordons, Greenhalls, Bombay Sapphire and currently Tanquerary which I think is the most floral and would win my vote. Seems like I need to give Beefeater a go and btw this is the first, and last time I've ever smashed a man's subscribed button :-)
Hey Diddy1970AD 😂😂😂😂 Well I’m honoured that you chose to smash it! That sounds pretty much like my gin journey. I think it’s good to try them in that order as it makes you appreciate things like Tanqueray when you get to them. Definitely give Beefeater a try. It’s available almost everywhere and you just can’t go wrong. Really glad to have you on board and let me know what you think of Beefeater 👍
Have to admit gin is the last spirit I added to my home bar and idk how I feel about it. Ive had everything else for a while but the taste of gin is so starkly differnt from some of those other classic cocktails
Hey Bobby. I’m from the U. S. I retired in December, so obviously I’m an old guy. I’ve never been a gin drinker, I’ve hardly been a liquor drinker. But, I wanted to try different things so I picked up a gin, Bombay Sapphire. Not being a gin drinker, I liked it. Then I found you and subscribed (I smashed that button). I went to Tanqueray. It was much better. I saw your review of Hendricks, so I tried it and agreed, sort of like perfume was added to it with cucumber. I’ve tried New Amsterdam. I liked it. Very crisp and clean. Next is Beefeaters. Looking forward to it. I haven’t found Sipsmith. But I’m looking. I really appreciate your channel, keep going. PS Fever Tree is the best tonic, as you said.
hi hodgesdr1 Thank you so much for your lovely message! I’m just one man making videos on my own in my apartment so it’s amazing to hear from you all the way over in the US and hearing that my videos are helping you out! I’m so pleased that you have tried gin. It’s sounds like you’re trying them in almost the same order that I did! Please let me know what you think of Beefeater when you have tried it. All the best Bobby
Cucumber actually complements citrus flavors. It makes more sense than you think. But of course as the whiskey tribe guys say... The one you like drinking and the way you like to drink it :)
Hello Bobby, I just got home from work and I can tell you this first taste of a proper gin Beefeater is especially wonderful. You were so right, it does not disappoint. Thanks again for your excellent advise on gins, I am hooked.
Hey Mat I have reviewed Star of Bombay but I feel bad because I didn't really like it very much. I was never a fan of the original and to me it didn't really differ that much and now I feel terrible because I know it's your favourite! It's all subjective though as you know so thanks very much for suggesting it. Keep the suggestions coming mate! I give you a nice shout out in the video too! ☺️👍
No Nonsense Gin Reviews Haha don't worry, I think each one has their different taste about Gin, but I really love it. Also, I use to drink Gin in cocktail with a lot of stuffs inside the glass, that gives me more taste, freshness, and I mean it brings out the botanicals of Bombay But, Bombay has the best distillery in england ! So beautiful. And the shop is amazing in terms of cocktails tools etc. I plan to visit it early September 👌
@@maths0714 yes you're right about the distillery. It really is a work of art! I would love to visit but I don't think they would have me after I dissed their gin! 😫
I remember seeing this video about a week ago or 2 I’m always stoned so I forgot hahahahaha yeah I will only use tonic water if it’s actually tasty I mix my Gin with fresh orange juice I could never drink it straight I don’t think many do it’s best mixed I guess but I wouldn’t know I’m a beginner anyway thanks for this video it’s really informative keep doing what you are doing you will grow fast on UA-cam for sure
I'm at a new local eatery we are dining on the patio. I ordered a house gin and tonic, it has a taste reminesent of sapphire gin. Not fong of that brand of gin. Beefeater and Tanquary are much better taste and quality. Thanks again Gin Guru. Cheers. Hope you have mended as well.
Great channel. Very informative and with a good delivery. I've never seen nor heard of Hampstead so, thank you, I'm going to look for it. I agree with you on Beefeater, it's my always go to Gin. I can't say that I feel the same way about Tanqueray, I find the juniper notes to be a little overwhelming. I've had Hendricks and that I can agree on. That it being infused with cucumber well, let's just say that it can make for a horrendous dry martini.
So glad I found you. I've been intrigued by gin ever since I started cooking with juniper berries, and just bought my first bottle. Unfortunately, the first bottle I bought was a Bombay Sapphire, lol - which I agree (from reviewing your other videos) has a certain unpleasant chemical quality to its taste ( I was just so attracted to the beautiful advertisements and glorious blue bottles). Gonna go with a Beefeater or Tanqueray next time. Thanks, sir!
No Nonsense Gin Drinking of course! I have a bottle of Hendricks at home, and per your recommendation I went and got the elderflower tonic water! I’m excited to make a g&t with it and Hendricks.
Bobby I am fairly new to Gin and am I ever having a blast!!! You are right on that if there was one Gin to hold on to if I could only have one - it would now be Beefeater - huge competition for me with Tanqueray for that one Gin I'd choose if I could have only one Gin from here on in. I do like Hendrick's, I have one had the one you are featuring today, and not the other Hendrick's releases - one is very new. I am in Vancouver, Canada and have paid $80.00 and $100.00 for a well known, superb Gin - excellent reputation and reviews - but hey, I can pay much less - the Beefeater and the Tanqueray - bottle sizes you have here - are both $23.95 pretty much anywhere - government or private spirit and wine stores. I am enjoying Martinis, very dry and I do like a strong punch of Juniper. A citrus element is also something I love and it's lovely to taste that in the Beefeater. The Tanqueray is limited to 4 botanicals - I think! I better so check!! This video is so instructive and hugely entertaining! You have terrific knowledge and humour!! I am enjoying your videos very much!! Cheers!!! 🙂
Good to know Hendricks is those cucumber gins. I've wanted to try that but no I won't. I tried one cucumber gin coctail and it was horrible. Totally opposite deriction what I want from gin. I will go buy Tanqueray 10 as I really think thats my taste of a gin. Beefeater is my go to favorite.
Angry Camper Yeah I’m totally with you on the cucumber. Each to their own but I just can’t understand how anyone would like it! You simply can’t go wrong with a Beefeater👍
I really like your videos, just found them and will return for sure. My favourites are: Tanqueray or Beefeater for Gin & Tonic Tanqueray 10 or Brokers 47% for a Dry Martini When I'm on a budget I really like Bleu D'argent. Its taste is clean and it is even cheaper than Gordons.
Hey Rahn ! Welcome to my channel my friend! Glad to have you aboard! Sounds like you e got good taste! Looking forward to more contributions from you soon! Just out of interest, how did you discover the channel?
Hi, just working my way through your videos. My wife likes gin and is amassing quite a collection. I'm putting together a xmas box of different gins and so far have 20 miniatures. Are there any that you could recommend and also have you tried Isle of Wight Mermaid gin? Great looking bottle but pricey at around £40. Thanks Nik.
This is the first I've seen of yours and you seem very informed. But I was really looking for information on the different styles of gin, their characteristics, and what cocktails (I don't know if you talk about cocktails at all) they might be good for. I know a few different styles (just by name, really) and want to know more. London Dry, Old Tom, Sloe, Plymouth. Have I missed any? Probably.
I pretty much go for Bombay and Beefeater. Just bought a bottle of Beefeater 24 and will try it soon with Jack Rudy's Classic Tonic. It is an all natural quinine tonic syrup that you mix with seltzer. The best! Cheers!
It is now official, I need a gin drinking shirt like Bobby. (Hint: there is a product opportunity there.) Although I am not partial to red so probably a blue and green plaid. Which is closer to Juniper berries anyway. Thanks for the alternative tonic options. Have not seen Fever Tree before. If good gin is to be diluted with anything other than an olive, onion, or a twist, then an outstanding tonic may suffice. Wonderful content. Thanks for the lessons!
Enthusiastic and informative I have only been into gin for less than a year and have purchased many different brands from both supermarkets and liquor stores - have never purchased Beefeater because of the low price but will be giving it a go - Really like Hendricks but it is around $50 here - anyway, Gin is competing nicely with my go to of Grand Marnier I do use FeverTree as Schweppes is basically corn syrup in the states - got fooled by the yellow label for the lemon FeverTree (which is close to the color of the regular bottle) which i found "yucky" - accidentally bought the "light" version too which i'm almost afraid to try - definitely checking the labels more carefully now
Thanks for you comment scathson and welcome to the word of gin! Yes, definitely try the Beefeater, you will love it! Sadly, I too have fallen fowl of the labels on Fever Tree. That lemon one is very strange and the less said about the sugar free the better!
Hi Bobby! Just came across your channel today I am loving it. Can you consider making a video about how to better appreciate/taste gins? Since in my case, as long as it is a reasonably good gin, they all taste kind of the same to me. (With the exception of Hendrick's, that has a strong floral note. And gordon's, which smells like water compared to the rest I have tried.) For example, tanqueray/bombay sapphire/beefeater taste similar unless I compare them side by side. When mixed in drinks, I can't distinguish them.
Hi GuYuan Yu, Welcome to my channel! Thanks for the comment. What a very interesting question. It's all about finding the right balance for you. Personally, with neat gin agree with you, I find many quite similar. With mixers it's important to to put too much. A good tonic should release the flavours from the gin. A lot of gin tasters drink neat gin but with a tiny bit of water in as that too releases the flavours of the gin. The best advice I can give is to have a play around and see what works best for you. In the meantime, I shall definitely put this on my list of videos 👍
Over your right shoulder next to the Plymouth....best gin ever. Not the tanquary 10 (though that's a quality gin) but the monkey 47!!! Monkey 47 is like no other gin. Just amazing. If you haven't you should also try twisted nose that's a great gin.
i got i gin yesterday called Etsu gin , a gin from Hokkaido and holy f**k , i drank it with fevertree tonic and a slice of red grapefruit with a crushed rosemary twig :) it was one of the best gin and tonic ive ever tryed , if u can found a bottle of Etsu gin , buy it i paid around 30£ and worth evry single penny
I just looked this up. Hampstead gin is being made in my home state in Germany :) I just got a bottle from Lidl and I have to agree, for the price it's a really nice Gin. Citrus is dominant, nothing super fancy, but I have definitely had more expensive gins for double the price or more which smelled and tasted like rubbing alcohol in comparison. Nice find :)
So fun. There are so many different gins and so many different tastes in gin. I personally can't stand Tanqueray and am not very fond of Beefeater either. I really like Hendrick's, Empress 1908 (and that one is fun in tonic), Nolet's, Aviation, and St. George. That's what's great about being a gin drinker, so many choices and so much variety in those choices.
awesome video and it just so happens I got myself Fevertree and yes it mad a big difference! So far I have to say Beefeater is my go to but I’m still new
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 thank YOU for taking the time and putting the work into making honest informative videos that aren’t just full of information but also fun to watch too! Cheers mate!!!!
For some reason, being a whiskey and rum drinker, I find gin to be too... Weird tasting.. I've had Bombay Sapphire and Beefeater only till date. And both when I've had them neat or with some lemon juice, tasted funky. The gin and tonic I had in bars were super awesome. Infact, the cocktails didn't feel like they had any alcohol in them at all. I could've gulped it all down in one go. But when I make it at home - with lemon juice and sugar and some soda, the result isn't the same. Plus it's hars to get tonic water easily in India where I live.
I'd like to know how "bottom-shelf" brands like Gordons, Gilbeys, Burnetts and Seagrams compare to something more standard like Tanqueray and Bombay! Am I missing out by buying a London Dry style Gin from Gillbey's brand which is 1/2 the price of the Bombay brand?
OK, a UK and Eire guide to Gin... Stick to Beefeater or Tanqueray and you wont go far wrong. Beefeater 24 gives you a lot of bang for your buck... citrus with green or Chinese tea and of course cardamon and Juniper (it is a Gin after all). Try all variations of Beefeater and Tanqueray and find your go to Gin and your favorite Gin for special occasions.. you'll not be disappointed. ...for me, Tanqueray 10 is a perfect goto gin and Beefeater 24 is great for special occasions, or when you want to impress...
Hi Bobby , l am looking for gin that resemble very much like Sir Robert Burnett's Premium Strength London Dry Gin called white satin which was sweet in taste of juniper was cheaply available in Britains supermarket under £5 pounds for 35 cl bottle but now discontinued in 1990s which one would you recommend that matches to that taste, l known this was before your time. l don’t want to waste money trying out different bottles of gin perhaps u tube viewer can recommend.
Damn out here in the states Beefeater runs me about only 13 dollars for a 750ml. Im glad though because its cheap and it’s very good with a little bit of tonic
My mom and I just finished our first bottle of aviation after about 3 weeks. We both loved it in martinis and tonics. What would be a good gin to try next?
Era of the Capybara Ah, well in that case I would definitely recommend Beefeater or Tanqueray 10 and also Brokers. I have spoken to the founder of Brokers gin and it is definitely available stateside. You can’t miss it, it’s the only gin with a bowler hat!!! 👍👍
So a question about Tonic Water: I agree that Fever Tree is definitely one of the best, but have you tried Q Tonic? I personally haven't gotten around to drinking it yet, but I heard it's supposed to be even better.
I’m afraid I haven’t heard of that one and haven’t tried it. I will definitely do some research and try and get some now! Thanks for the recommendation!
If anyone in the comments hasn't already, PLEASE try Jawbox. It's my gin of choice and it originated in my hometown so I'm a little biased >.< It's lovely though!
Oh dear! Please see my Bombay Sapphire review! It's definitely not one of my favourites!🤢 You need to try Beefeater or Sipsmith with some nice tonic, Fever-Tree if possible. Just trust me, it will be much much better 👍
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 i watched you review and I can definitely recall the chemical smell and taste I would also add metallic-like aftertaste. I will try Beefeater, not sure I can find Sipsmith where I live tho.
Hendricks is possibly the worst gin I've ever had. Beef eater and Monkey 47 are probably the best. At its price point, beef eater is absolutely the best.
Hey Hampus Hagland! That’s very interesting. What would be your favourite gin line up? I’m always interested to hear peoples thoughts when they disagree with me 😊 Hopefully I can win you around with some of my other videos! 👍
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 Feels like you took the most basic gins you could find. Beefeater is a shitgin to be honest. Hendricks is cool but everybody drinks that where I'm from so for me that gin is outdated. tanqueray export strength is nice as well but I don't understand why you would choose that one before tanqueray 10 wich is more elegant and fresher. And Fever-tree tonic is very nice indeed but I wouldn't use it for every gin you set up on your table. The point with tonic is to bring out the flavors from the gin. But it's a nice review video
Hampus Haglund I totally see where you’re coming from. The video was meant to be a beginners guide so I chose what I feel are the entry level gins for someone who hasn’t tried gin before. I agree with you about the Tanqueray. I prefer the export strength. I suppose I wanted beginners to try these first before moving on to the really good stuff. Perhaps that’s a good idea for another video?? Any way, I hope you stick around. You clearly know what you’re talking about and it’s always good to be pulled up on things 👍😊
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 Don't listen to this pretentious clown, they clearly have their head shoved straight up their own arse. You did a proper job on the BEGINNERS GUIDE, mate
"Sipsmith is quite easily available..." Not in the US. You can't even find it in well stocked stores. Also... that Fever Tree tonic is more expensive than some gins.
I really like your videos, just found them and will return for sure. My favourites are: Tanqueray or Beefeater for Gin & Tonic Tanqueray 10 or Brokers 47% for a Dry Martini When I'm on a budget I really like Bleu D'argent. Its taste is clean and it is even cheaper than Gordons.
Martini drinker here. I agree with you. I love Hendrick's, but I agree with you wholeheartedly: after drinking many gins over the years, Beefeater is still the ONE gin I would choose if I could only drink one for the rest of my life! Delicious, complex, yet smooth and subtle...a true masterpiece of ginmaking! Thanks for a great video! You have a new subscriber!
Hey genebigs!
Thanks ever so much for your lovely comment and pleased to hear that we think alike.
May I wish you a very warm welcome to my channel! Glad to have you aboard! 😊👍
It sounds like Beefeaters would be good for a martini if you prefer a twist over a dirty.
Nathan Hunt
Definitely Nathan! I love a Beefy martini!! 😂👍
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 Oh, yeah, add some A1 and au jus.
Nathan Hunt 😂
Gin skyrocketed into my favorite spirit ever since I became a serious Barman.Really enjoying your channel
Thank you Jon! Welcome to my channel, glad to have you on board! 😊
Love this gin channel and I'm looking forward for more reviews. That will save me lots of money for buying the gin that I don't like. keep it up🔥🔥
Thanks so much FLASH UNT !
Hope my advice continues to be helpful!!! 😊👍
"We should all be friends and talk about gin forever!" 7:52 That is a nice sentiment. Thanks!
Tanqueray is my favourite... then they came out with the Royale (with current) and I must say it was like my heart opened in a whole new way to this spirit
My first taste of Gin was Bombay Sapphire, neat straight from the bottle as I was raiding my parent's liquor cabinet. My brother and I both agreed at the time that it was perhaps the worst alcohol we'd ever tried. Years later, after getting tired of nothing but vodka and shitty rum I decided to try Gin. I began with Gray's Peak, which though I didn't feel it was anything special, was thrilled to find it was far more enjoyable to me than the Bombay Sapphire. I then tried Beef Eater and my god was that a treat. Beef Eater made me decide that Gin was something well worth getting into. I'm now on my third Gin which is Aviation though I find it a pleasant drink to sip, I miss many of the elements of a more traditional gin such as Beefeater. I'm thinking that next I will try either Hampstead or Tanqueray.
Gordon’s is definitely a new favorite of mine, especially for the price.
How come it is just today that i discovered your channel! I really really enjoy it! Well done Sir! Greetings from Greece!
GinLimeSoda
Thank you so much for your lovely comment and welcome to my channel! 🇬🇷 😊😊
you deserve a whole lot more subscribers! love your channel!
Excellent introduction! As a long time gin drinker of 40 years or so, I concur with your initial suggestions. I would also add Bombay Dry gin (white label)... it predates the later Bombay versions ... to the list of great starter gins.
Thanks beckmn1 !
Glad to have a gin veteran onboard! 👍
Good introduction to gin. In the last couple of years I've got through Gordons, Greenhalls, Bombay Sapphire and currently Tanquerary which I think is the most floral and would win my vote. Seems like I need to give Beefeater a go and btw this is the first, and last time I've ever smashed a man's subscribed button :-)
Hey Diddy1970AD
😂😂😂😂
Well I’m honoured that you chose to smash it!
That sounds pretty much like my gin journey. I think it’s good to try them in that order as it makes you appreciate things like Tanqueray when you get to them. Definitely give Beefeater a try. It’s available almost everywhere and you just can’t go wrong.
Really glad to have you on board and let me know what you think of Beefeater 👍
Have to admit gin is the last spirit I added to my home bar and idk how I feel about it. Ive had everything else for a while but the taste of gin is so starkly differnt from some of those other classic cocktails
Same here, and i didn't like it at first. Once i started making good gin drinks for others and as i sampled them, it grew on me.
At home on a Saturday night drinking a roku gin and smashed that like button ha!
Thanks Matthew Vincenzino !
Very glad to have aboard as one of my subscribers! Looking forward to your input going forward! 😊😊
The Botanist...Cheers! 🍸
Hey Bobby. I’m from the U. S. I retired in December, so obviously I’m an old guy. I’ve never been a gin drinker, I’ve hardly been a liquor drinker. But, I wanted to try different things so I picked up a gin, Bombay Sapphire. Not being a gin drinker, I liked it. Then I found you and subscribed (I smashed that button). I went to Tanqueray. It was much better. I saw your review of Hendricks, so I tried it and agreed, sort of like perfume was added to it with cucumber. I’ve tried New Amsterdam. I liked it. Very crisp and clean. Next is Beefeaters. Looking forward to it. I haven’t found Sipsmith. But I’m looking. I really appreciate your channel, keep going. PS Fever Tree is the best tonic, as you said.
hi hodgesdr1
Thank you so much for your lovely message! I’m just one man making videos on my own in my apartment so it’s amazing to hear from you all the way over in the US and hearing that my videos are helping you out! I’m so pleased that you have tried gin. It’s sounds like you’re trying them in almost the same order that I did! Please let me know what you think of Beefeater when you have tried it.
All the best
Bobby
Cucumber actually complements citrus flavors. It makes more sense than you think. But of course as the whiskey tribe guys say... The one you like drinking and the way you like to drink it :)
Dude you are amazing!!!! Keep it rolling)))))
Thanks георгий шел !
😊😊👍👍
I really liked Hendricks.
Hello Bobby, I just got home from work and I can tell you this first taste of a proper gin Beefeater is especially wonderful. You were so right, it does not disappoint. Thanks again for your excellent advise on gins, I am hooked.
Just found your channel, love it! Cheers from the USA
Hey Conor Mulqueen
A very warm welcome to my channel my friend! Glad to have you on board! It always nice to welcome friends from across the pond. 🇺🇸😊
Oh my goodness, star of Bombay behind you, I just can't wait anymore for your review ! My favourite gin !
Hey Mat
I have reviewed Star of Bombay but I feel bad because I didn't really like it very much. I was never a fan of the original and to me it didn't really differ that much and now I feel terrible because I know it's your favourite!
It's all subjective though as you know so thanks very much for suggesting it. Keep the suggestions coming mate! I give you a nice shout out in the video too! ☺️👍
No Nonsense Gin Reviews Haha don't worry, I think each one has their different taste about Gin, but I really love it. Also, I use to drink Gin in cocktail with a lot of stuffs inside the glass, that gives me more taste, freshness, and I mean it brings out the botanicals of Bombay
But, Bombay has the best distillery in england ! So beautiful. And the shop is amazing in terms of cocktails tools etc.
I plan to visit it early September 👌
@@maths0714 yes you're right about the distillery. It really is a work of art! I would love to visit but I don't think they would have me after I dissed their gin! 😫
No Nonsense Gin Reviews 😂😂 👌
I remember seeing this video about a week ago or 2 I’m always stoned so I forgot hahahahaha yeah I will only use tonic water if it’s actually tasty I mix my Gin with fresh orange juice I could never drink it straight I don’t think many do it’s best mixed I guess but I wouldn’t know I’m a beginner anyway thanks for this video it’s really informative keep doing what you are doing you will grow fast on UA-cam for sure
I love Hendrick's, to me it seems more floral than cucumber-y. But to be fair, I also still love cucumber as well. 😂
I'm at a new local eatery we are dining on the patio. I ordered a house gin and tonic, it has a taste reminesent of sapphire gin. Not fong of that brand of gin. Beefeater and Tanquary are much better taste and quality. Thanks again Gin Guru. Cheers. Hope you have mended as well.
Great channel. Very informative and with a good delivery. I've never seen nor heard of Hampstead so, thank you, I'm going to look for it. I agree with you on Beefeater, it's my always go to Gin. I can't say that I feel the same way about Tanqueray, I find the juniper notes to be a little overwhelming. I've had Hendricks and that I can agree on. That it being infused with cucumber well, let's just say that it can make for a horrendous dry martini.
So glad I found you. I've been intrigued by gin ever since I started cooking with juniper berries, and just bought my first bottle. Unfortunately, the first bottle I bought was a Bombay Sapphire, lol - which I agree (from reviewing your other videos) has a certain unpleasant chemical quality to its taste ( I was just so attracted to the beautiful advertisements and glorious blue bottles). Gonna go with a Beefeater or Tanqueray next time. Thanks, sir!
That’s right Jordan, that’s how they get you with the fancy bottle !😂😂 let me know what you think of the Beefeater and Tanqueray 👍
I just started drinking Gin and so far Hendricks and Drumshanbo are my favourites! I tried Tanqueray and it ok! Next up I think I’ll get Empress.
Oooh! Great choice Derek! Let me know what you think! 😊😊
No Nonsense Gin Drinking of course! I have a bottle of Hendricks at home, and per your recommendation I went and got the elderflower tonic water! I’m excited to make a g&t with it and Hendricks.
Bobby I am fairly new to Gin and am I ever having a blast!!! You are right on that if there was one Gin to hold on to if I could only have one - it would now be Beefeater - huge competition for me with Tanqueray for that one Gin I'd choose if I could have only one Gin from here on in. I do like Hendrick's, I have one had the one you are featuring today, and not the other Hendrick's releases - one is very new. I am in Vancouver, Canada and have paid $80.00 and $100.00 for a well known, superb Gin - excellent reputation and reviews - but hey, I can pay much less - the Beefeater and the Tanqueray - bottle sizes you have here - are both $23.95 pretty much anywhere - government or private spirit and wine stores. I am enjoying Martinis, very dry and I do like a strong punch of Juniper. A citrus element is also something I love and it's lovely to taste that in the Beefeater. The Tanqueray is limited to 4 botanicals - I think! I better so check!! This video is so instructive and hugely entertaining! You have terrific knowledge and humour!! I am enjoying your videos very much!! Cheers!!! 🙂
Good to know Hendricks is those cucumber gins. I've wanted to try that but no I won't. I tried one cucumber gin coctail and it was horrible. Totally opposite deriction what I want from gin. I will go buy Tanqueray 10 as I really think thats my taste of a gin. Beefeater is my go to favorite.
Angry Camper
Yeah I’m totally with you on the cucumber. Each to their own but I just can’t understand how anyone would like it!
You simply can’t go wrong with a Beefeater👍
I really like your videos, just found them and will return for sure.
My favourites are:
Tanqueray or Beefeater for Gin & Tonic
Tanqueray 10 or Brokers 47% for a Dry Martini
When I'm on a budget I really like Bleu D'argent. Its taste is clean and it is even cheaper than Gordons.
Hey Rahn !
Welcome to my channel my friend! Glad to have you aboard! Sounds like you e got good taste!
Looking forward to more contributions from you soon!
Just out of interest, how did you discover the channel?
Hi, just working my way through your videos. My wife likes gin and is amassing quite a collection. I'm putting together a xmas box of different gins and so far have 20 miniatures. Are there any that you could recommend and also have you tried Isle of Wight Mermaid gin? Great looking bottle but pricey at around £40. Thanks Nik.
This is the first I've seen of yours and you seem very informed. But I was really looking for information on the different styles of gin, their characteristics, and what cocktails (I don't know if you talk about cocktails at all) they might be good for.
I know a few different styles (just by name, really) and want to know more. London Dry, Old Tom, Sloe, Plymouth. Have I missed any? Probably.
This is a great idea Nathan,
Thanks for suggesting it.Can’t believe I haven’t thought of it already! Watch this space 👍
I pretty much go for Bombay and Beefeater. Just bought a bottle of Beefeater 24 and will try it soon with Jack Rudy's Classic Tonic. It is an all natural quinine tonic syrup that you mix with seltzer. The best! Cheers!
It is now official, I need a gin drinking shirt like Bobby. (Hint: there is a product opportunity there.) Although I am not partial to red so probably a blue and green plaid. Which is closer to Juniper berries anyway.
Thanks for the alternative tonic options. Have not seen Fever Tree before. If good gin is to be diluted with anything other than an olive, onion, or a twist, then an outstanding tonic may suffice.
Wonderful content. Thanks for the lessons!
Thanks for another lovely comment Geezer! I am looking for another shirt as this one is now tipping at the arms! 😫😫
uncivilized , cracked my screen by smashing the like buttons👍
Thanks Biruk!
Hope your screen is not too badly damaged! 😂👍
Enthusiastic and informative
I have only been into gin for less than a year and have purchased many different brands from both supermarkets and liquor stores - have never purchased Beefeater because of the low price but will be giving it a go - Really like Hendricks but it is around $50 here - anyway, Gin is competing nicely with my go to of Grand Marnier
I do use FeverTree as Schweppes is basically corn syrup in the states - got fooled by the yellow label for the lemon FeverTree (which is close to the color of the regular bottle) which i found "yucky" - accidentally bought the "light" version too which i'm almost afraid to try - definitely checking the labels more carefully now
Thanks for you comment scathson and welcome to the word of gin!
Yes, definitely try the Beefeater, you will love it! Sadly, I too have fallen fowl of the labels on Fever Tree. That lemon one is very strange and the less said about the sugar free the better!
I agree 100 percent about the Sapphire and Gordon's not being very good. I have tried several different gins and find I always go back to Tanqueray.
Glad you agree Lynne! You can’t go wrong with Tanqueray 😊
Hi Bobby! Just came across your channel today I am loving it. Can you consider making a video about how to better appreciate/taste gins?
Since in my case, as long as it is a reasonably good gin, they all taste kind of the same to me. (With the exception of Hendrick's, that has a strong floral note. And gordon's, which smells like water compared to the rest I have tried.)
For example, tanqueray/bombay sapphire/beefeater taste similar unless I compare them side by side. When mixed in drinks, I can't distinguish them.
Hi GuYuan Yu,
Welcome to my channel! Thanks for the comment. What a very interesting question. It's all about finding the right balance for you. Personally, with neat gin agree with you, I find many quite similar. With mixers it's important to to put too much. A good tonic should release the flavours from the gin.
A lot of gin tasters drink neat gin but with a tiny bit of water in as that too releases the flavours of the gin. The best advice I can give is to have a play around and see what works best for you. In the meantime, I shall definitely put this on my list of videos
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Over your right shoulder next to the Plymouth....best gin ever. Not the tanquary 10 (though that's a quality gin) but the monkey 47!!! Monkey 47 is like no other gin. Just amazing. If you haven't you should also try twisted nose that's a great gin.
That sounds very interesting!
I shall certainly add it to the list! 👍😊
My new favourite gin is the fantastic Whitley Neil ,
Very informative TY! 🙂
i got i gin yesterday called Etsu gin , a gin from Hokkaido and holy f**k , i drank it with fevertree tonic and a slice of red
grapefruit with a crushed
rosemary twig :) it was one of the best gin and tonic ive ever tryed , if u can found a bottle of Etsu gin , buy it i paid around 30£ and worth evry single penny
I will stick to Scheweppes I don't think I can get Fever tree here in Canada maybe some in some specialty store
I definitely think that Bulldog deserves to be part of this list
I just looked this up. Hampstead gin is being made in my home state in Germany :) I just got a bottle from Lidl and I have to agree, for the price it's a really nice Gin. Citrus is dominant, nothing super fancy, but I have definitely had more expensive gins for double the price or more which smelled and tasted like rubbing alcohol in comparison. Nice find :)
So fun. There are so many different gins and so many different tastes in gin. I personally can't stand Tanqueray and am not very fond of Beefeater either. I really like Hendrick's, Empress 1908 (and that one is fun in tonic), Nolet's, Aviation, and St. George. That's what's great about being a gin drinker, so many choices and so much variety in those choices.
I couldn’t have put it better myself ! 😊😊
the 2 gins i keep at home are hendricks and tanqueray 10
awesome video and it just so happens I got myself Fevertree and yes it mad a big difference! So far I have to say Beefeater is my go to but I’m still new
Thanks Danny! 😊
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 thank YOU for taking the time and putting the work into making honest informative videos that aren’t just full of information but also fun to watch too! Cheers mate!!!!
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For some reason, being a whiskey and rum drinker, I find gin to be too... Weird tasting.. I've had Bombay Sapphire and Beefeater only till date. And both when I've had them neat or with some lemon juice, tasted funky. The gin and tonic I had in bars were super awesome. Infact, the cocktails didn't feel like they had any alcohol in them at all. I could've gulped it all down in one go. But when I make it at home - with lemon juice and sugar and some soda, the result isn't the same.
Plus it's hars to get tonic water easily in India where I live.
I'd like to know how "bottom-shelf" brands like Gordons, Gilbeys, Burnetts and Seagrams compare to something more standard like Tanqueray and Bombay! Am I missing out by buying a London Dry style Gin from Gillbey's brand which is 1/2 the price of the Bombay brand?
You should try the Stadaconné Gin from Distrillerie Stadaconné in Quebec Canada 👌🏻
Have you ever tried the Larios 12 gin from spain? It´s one of my favourites! You should try it if you like citrus heavy gins.
elDani
Oooh sounds lovely! I will try to find some and review it soon! 👍👍
Have you tried the Damrak gin? I recommend you to do so i believe you will love it
I’ll add it to the list! 👍
I'm surprised that these bottles are slightly cheaper in Mexico, including taxes.
Do you know of Contessa Gin distilled in India. It has a taste unique from the others. Btw, I like your enthusiasm for gin!
OK, a UK and Eire guide to Gin... Stick to Beefeater or Tanqueray and you wont go far wrong. Beefeater 24 gives you a lot of bang for your buck... citrus with green or Chinese tea and of course cardamon and Juniper (it is a Gin after all). Try all variations of Beefeater and Tanqueray and find your go to Gin and your favorite Gin for special occasions.. you'll not be disappointed. ...for me, Tanqueray 10 is a perfect goto gin and Beefeater 24 is great for special occasions, or when you want to impress...
I m from india . Bombay sapphire is my favourite gin
AS FRENCH, I LIKE GIBSON'S.
Cromwell gin is grate starting gin
Hi ,have you tried the oblong dark green bottle of M&S it’s surprisingly good,thought she had gotten me gordons as same colour bottlebut its nice
Not yet but as it to the list! 😊
Hi Bobby ,
l am looking for gin that resemble very much like Sir Robert Burnett's Premium Strength London Dry Gin called white satin which was sweet in taste of juniper was cheaply available in Britains supermarket under £5 pounds for 35 cl bottle but now discontinued in 1990s which one would you recommend that matches to that taste, l known this was before your time. l don’t want to waste money trying out different bottles of gin perhaps u tube viewer can recommend.
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This chap: I'm making a UA-cam video!!!
just had bombay london for my for first gin and its okay
Hey Joe!
Glad to hear it! Which one are you going to try next? 😊
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 Not sure, too many options
Joe Abbs
Yes it can be overwhelming at times. I’m always here if you want some advice. Beefeater is always a safe bet 👍
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 sounds good, and thanks for the advice.
Loooove a Tanqueray 10 martini with a twist 🤤
I wonder if you have any New Amsterdam gin. It’s my budget gin, good flavor and really reasonably priced
thanks sctdg01 ! I will add it to the list!
Damn out here in the states Beefeater runs me about only 13 dollars for a 750ml. Im glad though because its cheap and it’s very good with a little bit of tonic
My mom and I just finished our first bottle of aviation after about 3 weeks. We both loved it in martinis and tonics. What would be a good gin to try next?
Glad you enjoyed the Aviation. What next depends where you are. Are you here in the UK , US or somewhere else?
US
Era of the Capybara
Ah, well in that case I would definitely recommend Beefeater or Tanqueray 10 and also Brokers. I have spoken to the founder of Brokers gin and it is definitely available stateside. You can’t miss it, it’s the only gin with a bowler hat!!! 👍👍
No Nonsense Gin Reviews thank you for the recommendations, I’ll make sure to check them out 👍
I think gunpowder gin is my favorite
Bakken Cutter
You clearly have good taste! Have you seen my review??
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Hendricks is my favorite gin.
Right. Smashed the subscribe button. Need a new screen. 😜
ssi1991
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Sorry about the screen! Welcome to my channel! 👍
So a question about Tonic Water: I agree that Fever Tree is definitely one of the best, but have you tried Q Tonic? I personally haven't gotten around to drinking it yet, but I heard it's supposed to be even better.
I’m afraid I haven’t heard of that one and haven’t tried it. I will definitely do some research and try and get some now! Thanks for the recommendation!
What is “pre-pour” ? You pour before you poured?
What about gordons? Love your reviews.
Thanks E Sotta!
Gordon’s is probably my least favourite gin along with Bombay Saphire! 😂
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If anyone in the comments hasn't already, PLEASE try Jawbox. It's my gin of choice and it originated in my hometown so I'm a little biased >.<
It's lovely though!
Hey AquilaLiberum
It’s already on the list!
Surprised you didn't put Gordon's on this list Bobby 😂
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Gordon's is bottom of the 🛢
@@TCFan30 definitely !!!
47 wth it’s every bit as good as Beefeaters! This is war my friend 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Just wanted to add l will sleep well tonight thanks to my friend Beefeater 😉
Try Ginebra (Philippine gin) + 7up
Why not Bombay Saphire ?
Check out my Bombay sapphire recite and you’ll see why roberto! 🤢
I'm really trying to like gin and I tried it for the first time straight bombay sapphire and didn't like it.
Oh dear! Please see my Bombay Sapphire review! It's definitely not one of my favourites!🤢 You need to try Beefeater or Sipsmith with some nice tonic, Fever-Tree if possible. Just trust me, it will be much much better 👍
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 i watched you review and I can definitely recall the chemical smell and taste I would also add metallic-like aftertaste. I will try Beefeater, not sure I can find Sipsmith where I live tho.
Thanks n1ghtmare !
Let me know what you think of Beefeater 👍
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 I tried Beafeater gin and tonic,much much better. Thanks.
n1ghtmare
Glad to be of service! 😊 see if you can find the Beefeater Pink next. Strawberry flavoured gin is the best thing ever! 👍
Hendricks or Beefeater for a first gin?
Definitely beefeater Jammose. 👍
Thank you!!!
In Germany I can get hampstead at Lidl for 7 euros
Dr. Alzheymar
Wow! That’s awesome! 👍
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 I think that hampstead has a really strong softwood taste. Which is not a bad thing at all.
Wow George doors lost so much weight...hehe
Hendricks is possibly the worst gin I've ever had.
Beef eater and Monkey 47 are probably the best. At its price point, beef eater is absolutely the best.
Beffeater old recipe not the new one
i paid 37£~ for 1Liter bottle of hendrick's :)
Last Hendricks I bought was 52 CAD for a 750 ml
is Beefeater actually that good? or are you showing your English bias lol
Both ! 😊👍
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 haha I love it! If my two favorite gins are Roku and Hendricks, what other gins would you recommend that I try?
@@DooDooDaddyTV
Maybe try the Ki No Bi gin from Japan 👍
As soon when he said that these are his favorite gins I knew I've had come to the wrong channel
Hey Hampus Hagland!
That’s very interesting. What would be your favourite gin line up? I’m always interested to hear peoples thoughts when they disagree with me 😊
Hopefully I can win you around with some of my other videos! 👍
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 Feels like you took the most basic gins you could find.
Beefeater is a shitgin to be honest.
Hendricks is cool but everybody drinks that where I'm from so for me that gin is outdated.
tanqueray export strength is nice as well but I don't understand why you would choose that one before tanqueray 10 wich is more elegant and fresher.
And Fever-tree tonic is very nice indeed but I wouldn't use it for every gin you set up on your table. The point with tonic is to bring out the flavors from the gin.
But it's a nice review video
Hampus Haglund
I totally see where you’re coming from. The video was meant to be a beginners guide so I chose what I feel are the entry level gins for someone who hasn’t tried gin before. I agree with you about the Tanqueray. I prefer the export strength. I suppose I wanted beginners to try these first before moving on to the really good stuff. Perhaps that’s a good idea for another video??
Any way, I hope you stick around. You clearly know what you’re talking about and it’s always good to be pulled up on things 👍😊
@@nononsensegindrinking5152 Don't listen to this pretentious clown, they clearly have their head shoved straight up their own arse. You did a proper job on the BEGINNERS GUIDE, mate
An alcoholic's guide to poison.
I bet you’re fun at parties.
"Sipsmith is quite easily available..."
Not in the US. You can't even find it in well stocked stores. Also... that Fever Tree tonic is more expensive than some gins.
I really like your videos, just found them and will return for sure.
My favourites are:
Tanqueray or Beefeater for Gin & Tonic
Tanqueray 10 or Brokers 47% for a Dry Martini
When I'm on a budget I really like Bleu D'argent. Its taste is clean and it is even cheaper than Gordons.
Hendricks is my favorite gin