{"product_id":"bombay-sapphire-london-dry-gin","title":"Bombay Sapphire London Dry Gin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBombay Sapphire London Dry Gin. Bombay Spirits Company — vapor-infused through a Carter Head still with 10 globally sourced botanicals, producing a lighter, more aromatic London Dry than traditional pot-distilled gins.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBombay Sapphire was introduced in 1986, built on a recipe inspired by a 1761 formula developed by Thomas Dakin. Rather than steeping botanicals directly in the spirit, Bombay uses a rare vapor infusion method: alcohol vapors rise through a copper Carter Head still and pass through a perforated basket where ten botanicals are suspended, gently extracting their flavors without harsh extraction. The result is a gin that's distinctly lighter and more aromatic than most London Drys, with each botanical contributing clearly defined notes rather than a single blended character.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe ten botanicals span five continents — Tuscan juniper, Spanish lemon peel, Moroccan coriander, Saxony angelica, Tuscan orris root, Chinese licorice, Spanish almonds, Javanese cubeb berries, West African grains of paradise, and cassia bark — each sourced from the specific region where it grows best. This global sourcing is part of what gives Bombay its distinctive aromatic complexity and spice-driven depth.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIts lighter profile and excellent mixability have made Bombay Sapphire one of the best-selling premium gins in the world, and a standard benchmark for gin and tonic drinkers and home bartenders alike.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet and aromatic — bright lemon zest and citrus upfront, with classic juniper, soft almond, and hints of Indian spice and black pepper.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Initially light and delicate, turning spicy and complex at mid-palate. Coriander, peppery cubeb berries, and the warm heat of grains of paradise emerge alongside piney juniper and creamy citrus.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and satisfying — licorice and almond linger alongside peppery spice and a crisp, refreshing pine note.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bombay Spirits Company, Laverstoke Mill, Hampshire, England\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e London Dry Gin\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vapor infusion, Carter Head still\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBotanicals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuscan juniper, Spanish lemon peel, Moroccan coriander seeds, Saxony angelica root, Tuscan orris root, Chinese licorice, Spanish almonds, Javanese cubeb berries, West African grains of paradise, cassia bark\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47% (94 Proof)\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBrowse our full selection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/gin\"\u003egin at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Bombay Sapphire taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e A sweet, aromatic nose of lemon zest and juniper with almond and spice. The palate starts light and delicate, building into peppery complexity from cubeb berries and grains of paradise. The finish is long with licorice, almond, and crisp pine.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow is Bombay Sapphire distilled?\u003c\/strong\u003e Using a rare vapor infusion method in a Carter Head still. Alcohol vapors pass through a basket of suspended botanicals rather than steeping in the spirit directly, producing a lighter, more aromatic gin.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow does Bombay Sapphire differ from Beefeater or Tanqueray?\u003c\/strong\u003e Bombay is lighter and more citrus-forward than either. Beefeater and Tanqueray are more juniper-dominant; Bombay's vapor infusion process and 10-botanical blend produce a more delicate, aromatic profile with more visible spice complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat cocktails is Bombay Sapphire best in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Best in a Gin \u0026amp; Tonic with lime, where its citrus brightness shines. Also excellent in a Martini, Gimlet, and Ramos Gin Fizz.\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the ABV of Bombay Sapphire?\u003c\/strong\u003e 47% ABV (94 proof) in the United States.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e {   \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",   \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",   \"mainEntity\": [     {       \"@type\": \"Question\",       \"name\": \"What does Bombay Sapphire taste like?\",       \"acceptedAnswer\": {         \"@type\": \"Answer\",         \"text\": \"A sweet, aromatic nose of lemon zest and juniper with almond and spice. The palate starts light and delicate, building into peppery complexity from cubeb berries and grains of paradise. 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