Sipsmith London Dry Gin 750ML

Sipsmith London Dry Gin 750ML is a juniper-forward, small-batch London Dry gin distilled at 41.6% ABV in copper pot stills in London, England. Awarded Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and scoring 93 points from the Beverage Testing Institute, this expression helped reignite craft distilling in the British capital.

Quick Facts: ABV: 41.6%  |  Origin: London, England  |  Style: London Dry  |  Distillery: Sipsmith Independent Spirits Distillery

Production & Heritage

Founded in 2009, Sipsmith became the first copper-pot gin distillery to open in London in nearly 200 years, reviving a tradition that had gone dormant during decades of consolidation in the spirits industry. The gin is produced using the one-shot method — a small-batch approach yielding roughly 400 bottles per run, using only the heart cut of the distillation. Ten botanicals drive the flavor profile: Macedonian juniper berries, Bulgarian coriander seed, French angelica root, Spanish liquorice root, Italian orris root, Spanish ground almonds, Chinese cassia bark, Madagascan cinnamon, Sevillian orange peel, and Spanish lemon peel — all distilled together in a single pass through the copper pot still from a wheat-based spirit.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Floral summer meadow notes open the nose, giving way to mellow, rounded juniper. Zesty citrus freshness — primarily lemon and orange — lifts the bouquet without overwhelming the herbal core.

Taste: Dry juniper leads the entry, establishing this firmly as a classic London Dry. The mid-palate brightens considerably with lemon curd, mandarin flesh, and orange marmalade. Cassia, cinnamon, and coriander merge into a gentle pepperiness, while a creamy hint of liquorice root adds body and depth.

Finish: The finish is dry and clean, with spicy juniper reasserting itself alongside a lingering hint of lemon tart. Medium in length, it closes with a subtle warmth from the cassia and cinnamon botanicals.

How to Drink Sipsmith

Neat or with a single ice cube, Sipsmith rewards careful sipping — the ten-botanical complexity reveals itself best at a slow pace. A classic Gin & Tonic with a quality Indian tonic and a grapefruit twist lets the juniper and citrus interplay shine. A Martini, either dry or wet, benefits from the gin's bold juniper backbone and silky mouthfeel. A Negroni works particularly well here, as the pronounced dryness and spice stand up confidently to Campari and sweet vermouth without being buried.

Best For

• Gifting a gin enthusiast who values London Dry tradition and craft provenance
• Anchoring a well-stocked home bar with a versatile, cocktail-ready gin
• Hosting a Martini or G&T tasting alongside other premium London Drys
• Celebrating a milestone with a small-batch spirit backed by serious competition medals

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sipsmith London Dry taste like? Sipsmith London Dry is a juniper-forward gin with bright citrus notes of lemon curd and orange marmalade, backed by gentle spice from cassia, cinnamon, and coriander. A creamy liquorice undertone adds body, and the finish is clean, dry, and lightly peppery.

How does Sipsmith London Dry compare to Bombay Sapphire? Both are London Dry gins with international botanical sourcing, but Sipsmith leans more heavily into pronounced juniper and dry spice, while Bombay Sapphire tends toward a lighter, more floral and citrus-driven profile. Sipsmith's one-shot, small-batch copper pot distillation also contrasts with Bombay Sapphire's larger-scale vapor infusion process.

Is Sipsmith London Dry good for cocktails? Sipsmith's bold juniper character and balanced dryness make it an excellent cocktail gin, strong enough to hold its own in spirit-forward drinks like a Martini or Negroni while still working beautifully in a Gin & Tonic. The 41.6% ABV provides sufficient strength to carry through mixers and modifiers without fading.

Where is Sipsmith London Dry made? Sipsmith London Dry Gin is distilled at the Sipsmith Independent Spirits Distillery in London, England. The distillery, founded in 2009, was the first copper-pot distillery to open in London in roughly 200 years.

What foods pair well with Sipsmith London Dry? Smoked salmon or cured fish complements the gin's citrus brightness and juniper edge. Aged hard cheeses like Manchego mirror its dry, nutty undertones from the ground almond botanical. Fresh oysters with a squeeze of lemon echo the crisp acidity. Herb-crusted lamb chops work well against the coriander and cassia spice, and lemon tart or citrus-based desserts directly harmonize with the gin's dominant flavor notes.

What sizes does Sipsmith London Dry come in? Sipsmith London Dry Gin is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle, and can also be found in 50ml miniature and 1L formats depending on the market.

Is Sipsmith London Dry worth the price? Sipsmith positions as a premium London Dry gin, sitting above mass-market offerings but within reach of everyday enjoyment. The one-shot copper pot distillation, ten-botanical recipe, and consistent competition accolades — including Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and 93 points from the Beverage Testing Institute — justify its place in the premium tier.

Why Sipsmith?

What separates Sipsmith London Dry from the crowded gin landscape is the one-shot distillation method — one of only a handful of gins worldwide produced this way, meaning no post-distillation blending or dilution with neutral spirit to stretch volume. Each batch yields approximately 400 bottles from the heart cut alone. That discipline shows up in the glass as a remarkably coherent London Dry where juniper, citrus, and spice speak clearly without competing. Backed by Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Gold at the International Wine & Spirit Competition, and Gold Outstanding at the International Spirits Challenge, Sipsmith has earned its reputation as one of the benchmark gins of the modern craft movement.