Booth's Dry Gin 750ML

Booth's Dry Gin 750ML is a juniper-forward London Dry gin bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof) in a 750ml format, distinguished by a brief resting period in Pedro Ximenez sherry casks. That barrel contact — roughly 30 days — lends a subtle golden hue and gentle oak complexity rarely found among classic dry gins.

Quick Facts: ABV: 43% (86 proof)  |  Origin: United Kingdom  |  Sherry Cask-Rested London Dry  |  Distillery: Booth's Distillers Ltd

Production & Heritage

Booth's traces its roots to the Red Lion distillery in Clerkenwell, London, making it one of the longest-running names in British gin. Today the spirit is contract-distilled following the historic recipe: 100% neutral grain spirit is redistilled in a copper pot still after the botanical charge soaks overnight in pure spirit, followed by a long, slow distillation. What separates Booth's from most London Dry gins is the finishing step — the distillate rests for approximately 30 days in casks that previously held Pedro Ximenez sherry, introducing just enough wood and dried-fruit character without overpowering the juniper core.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bright juniper pine leads, followed by lavender, camphor, and a whisper of sage. A clean, herbaceous opening with subtle grapefruit peel underneath.

Taste: The entry is crisp and juniper-dominant, with a slightly waxy, resinous texture at mid-palate. Citrus notes — lemon and bergamot — rise alongside hints of rosemary and chamomile, while gentle liquorice sweetness rounds out the profile. The sherry cask influence introduces a faint dried-fruit warmth that distinguishes this from sharper, unaged gins.

Finish: Medium in length, with lingering soft oak spice and a clean pine echo. A celery-seed dryness and a touch of camphor carry through to the close.

How to Drink Booth's Dry Gin

Booth's rewards neat or over-ice tasting, where the sherry-cask nuance is easiest to appreciate; a few drops of water can open up the more delicate floral and citrus layers. Its higher-than-average proof and assertive juniper backbone also make it a strong cocktail base. A Gin & Tonic highlights the pine-forward crispness against quinine bitterness. A Martini suits the spirit's old-school London Dry profile, with the subtle oak note adding depth alongside dry vermouth. A Negroni is another natural fit — the sherry-cask sweetness bridges the gap between Campari and sweet vermouth without extra sugar.

Best For

• Classic gin drinkers who favor bold juniper character over modern botanical-heavy styles
• Martini enthusiasts seeking an old-school London Dry at a higher proof point
• Gin collectors interested in the rare sherry-cask-rested category
• Gifting to spirits fans who appreciate heritage British distilling

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Booth's Dry Gin taste like? Booth's Dry Gin is a juniper-led gin with prominent pine, camphor, and lavender notes, backed by lemon-bergamot citrus and a distinctive soft oak spice from brief Pedro Ximenez sherry cask resting. It drinks clean and classic, with more body and warmth than most unaged London Dry gins.

How does Booth's Dry Gin compare to Gordon's London Dry? Booth's delivers a similar juniper-forward profile but at roughly 10 proof points higher than standard Gordon's, giving it a fuller body and more concentrated botanical punch. The brief sherry-cask aging in Booth's also adds a subtle oak and dried-fruit warmth that Gordon's, as a purely unaged gin, does not have.

Is Booth's Dry Gin good for cocktails? Yes — the 86-proof strength holds its own against mixers and modifiers, making it an excellent choice for Martinis, Negronis, and Gin & Tonics. The assertive juniper and slightly higher ABV prevent the gin from being drowned out in mixed drinks.

Where is Booth's Dry Gin made? Booth's Dry Gin is produced in the United Kingdom by Booth's Distillers Ltd. The brand originally operated out of the Red Lion distillery in Clerkenwell, London; production now uses a contract manufacturer following the original recipe and a historic-style copper pot still.

What foods pair well with Booth's Dry Gin? Smoked salmon and cured fish complement the pine and citrus notes. Aged hard cheeses like Manchego echo the sherry-cask influence. Fresh oysters align with the gin's briny, herbaceous character. Lemon tarts or citrus desserts mirror the bergamot and chamomile notes. Herb-crusted lamb benefits from the rosemary and sage in the botanical profile.

What sizes does Booth's Dry Gin come in? The standard retail format is the 750ml bottle reviewed here.

Is Booth's Dry Gin worth the price? Booth's positions as a value-to-mid-tier London Dry that punches above its price bracket, largely because of the unusual sherry-cask resting step and the higher proof point relative to most gins in the same range. For drinkers who prioritize classic juniper character and a bit of extra complexity, it represents strong value in the London Dry category.

Why Booth's Dry Gin?

The defining feature here is the roughly 30-day resting period in ex–Pedro Ximenez sherry casks — a production step that is genuinely uncommon among London Dry gins and impossible to replicate by simply adding botanicals. That cask influence contributes a light golden color, a gentle dried-fruit warmth, and a soft oak spice that set Booth's apart from the dozens of clear, unaged competitors on the shelf. Combined with a 43% ABV that keeps the juniper and botanical intensity front and center, the result is a gin that straddles the line between old-world heritage and modern curiosity. For anyone who finds most London Dry gins interchangeable, Booth's offers a genuinely different drinking experience rooted in a recipe with deep Clerkenwell roots.