Tarsier Taipei Old Tom Gin
Tarsier Taipei Old Tom Gin
Description
Tarsier Taipei Old Tom Gin is a refreshingly fruity Old Tom inspired by Taiwan — balancing prized Oriental Beauty oolong tea with zesty kumquat, floral hibiscus, and aromatic ginseng, with a restrained hint of sweetness.
Part of Tarsier's Southeast Asian backpacking journey, Taipei Old Tom celebrates Taiwan — once named "Isla Formosa," the Beautiful Island — and its famous tea plantations. Oriental Beauty oolong (named by Queen Elizabeth II for its distinctive taste) brings fruity, floral, wild-honey, and tart notes, balanced with kumquat, hibiscus, and ginseng.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Light oolong tea aromas with floral notes
- Palate: Fruity with kumquat, hibiscus, and herbal complexity
- Finish: Restrained sweetness with lingering tea and floral character
Specs
- Style: Old Tom Gin — Taiwan-inspired
- Key Botanicals: Oriental Beauty oolong tea, kumquat, hibiscus, ginseng
- Size: 750ml
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tarsier Taipei Old Tom taste like?
Refreshingly fruity with a restrained hint of sweetness — light oolong tea aromas leading to floral notes, kumquat, hibiscus, and herbal complexity.
What is Oriental Beauty oolong?
A prized Taiwanese oolong tea, named by Queen Elizabeth II, with a fruity, floral, wild-honey, and tart character — the signature tea botanical in this gin.
How should I serve it?
Best with a classic Indian tonic and a slice of grapefruit.
Care
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Design
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