How is it that I've been on flyertalk all these years and never noticed this thread (I don't come into this forum very much)
Ahhh Gin....I love it as much as I love airplanes and jazz (I was a jazz studies major).
I'm not going to narrow this down to just one but will list several that I'm drinking right now. Also, I'm not sure I'm allowed to post this link but there is a really good gin blog, where I've gotten a lot of ideas to purchase my latest bottles. theginisin.com
I'm in the U.S. so you'll see more craft gin's from here. But, I can't wait to try others from around the world.
Plymouth: I like it. What a wonderful everyday gin. It's great in a G&T and I just finished a bottle last night (no I didn't drink the whole bottle in one night).
Green Hat Gin - Winter Ginavet - This is from Washington, DC, where I live, so not sure you can find it elsewhere. Wow...this is such a unique wonderfully flavored gin. Don't mix it with tonic. Enjoy it neat or I like to have 1 ice cube...it's a great night cap. It's readly available in the bars in DC, so if you are in the area, have one!
Blue Water Distilling (Washington State) Halycon Gin: If you live in the NW, do yourself a favor and grab this bottle. It makes an incredible G&T with Fever Tree. My wonderful wife ordered me 2 bottles for x-mas. Shipping wasn't cheap but it's worth it.
Barr Hill Gin (Vermont): This is another gin I like neat or with 1 ice cube. There is a hint of honey in the gin that creates a wonderful smooth finish. It's not sweat but has a really nice balance. Another unique gin that I love to have around.
My next purchase will be:
Martin Miller Westbourn Strength (which I can't find around here). I'm going to pick up a non westbourn strength, which is easy to find for me.
St. Geogre Dry Rye Gin
Plymouth: I better keep a bottle around the house
Wish List:
Vor (Iceland) not available in the US yet: I have a friend going in a couple of weeks and have asked for him to bring me a bottle
Ive City Gin (Washington, DC): It's not out yet but am anxious to have another local gin
Admittingly, I went to the blog I posted above and am trying the gins that are rated 5 starts; it's good fun.
I do like Hendricks but having fun trying other stuff.