New Amsterdam Gin
Jul 29, 2014, 2:51 pm
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I haven't seen it for sale yet, but there is hope: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDEQURYm6AU
Jul 31, 2014, 11:38 am
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Thanks for that information - it makes sense and I agree.
Jul 31, 2014, 8:06 pm
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I haven't seen it for sale yet, but there is hope: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDEQURYm6AU
I haven't had BOLS, so I will keep an eye out for it. I do like Fever Tree tonic very much. The Fentiman's tonic I had at the LH FCT was nice, but a bit more aggressive tasting then Fever Tree. Nice for a change, and a huge step up from Schweppes...but I think Fever Tree is still my favorite.
Aug 5, 2014, 6:55 am
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As noted up thread, I'm not convinced that "New Amsterdam" is totally without juniper, but it does seem loaded with other aromatics, certainly heavy on citrus, likely some type of orange peel.
Bad/inferior tonic has ruined more G&Ts than has gin, and it's a drink for which I need a lime segment, either "Persian" or preferably "Key".
Aug 6, 2014, 7:32 pm
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I happen to like New Amsterdam. I tried it about a year ago and immediately made it my standard house gin, replacing Tanqueray and Bombay Sapphire. I drink it primarily in G+Ts. I don't mind its sweet character there, and its citrus flavor means I don't need to add a twist of lime. I occasionally drink it straight, too. It's great for the price.
Aug 25, 2014, 2:50 pm
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I haven't seen it for sale yet, but there is hope: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDEQURYm6AU
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Aug 25, 2014, 3:29 pm
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I like New Amsterdam with tonic; the citrusy notes in the gin go well with the tonic (and the lime - hello?).
In martinis, I always do Plymouth. It's less juniper-y and I really, really like it. It's a Plymouth-style gin as opposed to the London Dry gins that are more common 'round these parts.
In martinis, I always do Plymouth. It's less juniper-y and I really, really like it. It's a Plymouth-style gin as opposed to the London Dry gins that are more common 'round these parts.
Aug 25, 2014, 6:00 pm
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Aug 26, 2014, 5:29 am
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I typically have the regular suspects already named: Bombay Sapphire, Hendricks, Tanquery 10. I have tried the Sapphire East...pretty good as well.
I recently got a bottle of Bulldog with high expectations, but it was just so-so.
Monkey 47 is a favorite, but haven't seen it for sale in the US. A special treat when I get to visit the LH First Class Lounges.
For Gin & Tonic, I am more focused on the tonic water instead of the gin. Makes a huge difference in the drink. There are several high-end tonics that have appeared on the shelves. The LH FCL/T have stepped up with a better tonic. Make sure to ask for it instead of the Schweppes.
I recently got a bottle of Bulldog with high expectations, but it was just so-so.
Monkey 47 is a favorite, but haven't seen it for sale in the US. A special treat when I get to visit the LH First Class Lounges.
For Gin & Tonic, I am more focused on the tonic water instead of the gin. Makes a huge difference in the drink. There are several high-end tonics that have appeared on the shelves. The LH FCL/T have stepped up with a better tonic. Make sure to ask for it instead of the Schweppes.
http://www.fentimans.com/cocktail_mixers
Aug 26, 2014, 12:38 pm
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Honestly, for a G&T the tonic is much more important to the taste then the various gin options.
Fentiman's was pretty good and worth a taste if available.
If you are looking for a better tonic "closer-to-home", Fever Tree is becoming widely available and is a big step up from Schweppes/Canada Dry.
http://www.fever-tree.com/us/our-drinks
Fentiman's was pretty good and worth a taste if available.
If you are looking for a better tonic "closer-to-home", Fever Tree is becoming widely available and is a big step up from Schweppes/Canada Dry.
http://www.fever-tree.com/us/our-drinks