Fords Gin

Appearance: Crystal clear and inviting, Fords Gin presents itself in the glass with a pristine clarity, embodying the purity of its carefully selected botanicals. Nose: The aroma unfolds with a classic juniper-forward bouquet, showcasing the essence of Tuscany-sourced juniper berries. Delicate floral notes from angelica root and jasmine flower dance alongside a burst of citrus, as grapefruit and lemon peels contribute a zesty and refreshing quality. Palate: Upon the first sip, Fords Gin envelops the palate in a symphony of flavors. Juniper takes center stage, providing a piney and resinous foundation. Subtle warmth from coriander seeds adds depth, while the floral notes contribute a nuanced complexity. The citrus elements brighten the palate, creating a harmonious and well-rounded gin experience Finish: The finish is clean and crisp, with the juniper lingering gracefully alongside a touch of citrus. Fords Gin leaves a refreshing and satisfying impression, inviting contemplation and encouraging the next sip.

Fords Gin is a versatile, modern take on the classic London Dry style of gin ideal for just about any gin cocktail. Distilled at Thames Distillers, Fords Gin is a collaboration between 11th generation Master Distiller Charles Maxwell and Simon Ford.
Distilled in London at Thames Distillers, Fords Gin is a collaboration between 10th generation master distiller Charles Maxwell and gin expert Simon Ford.
Gin is an alcoholic beverage obtained by distillation from a base of grain (wheat or barley). In a further procedure, botanicals along with water are added until the desired flavors are met. To be called a gin, the spirit must have a predominant flavor of juniper berries.A Dutch physician who went by the name of Franciscus Sylvius is thought to be the 'inventor' of gin having started prescribing a juniper-based distilled spirit for medicinal purposes in 1550.Fords Gin is a collaborative endeavour between those with a history of serving drinks and those with a history of making drinks. The gin is a flavoursome affair whose sippable nature belies its 45% ABV.
The 2023 International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) just went down in London Town, and Australia's very own gin hero Four Pillars won International Gin Producer of the Year for the third time. That's right, Four Pillars produces the Best Gin on Earth.Simon Ford of The 86 Company developed this gin with Charles Maxwell of Thames Distillers. It is flavoured with 9 botanicals (juniper, coriander seeds, orris, jasmine, angelica, cassia, bitter orange, lemon and grapefruit peels) steeped for 15 hours before distillation in 500 litre steel pot stills.
During distillation, the liquid is heated, vaporized, and then recondensed back into a liquid. This purifies the liquid and concentrates the alcohol. Distillers can opt to go through this process once or move their product through distillation multiple times to produce a more pure product.Distilled spirits are produced from agricultural raw materials such as grapes, other fruit, sugar-cane, molasses, potatoes, cereals, etc. For some spirits, only 1 raw material is used (rules set out in categories 1-14 of Regulation 110/2008):

Size: 750 mL

Proof: 45%
*Please note that the ABV may vary