Boodles London Dry Gin 750ml

Boodles Gin carries the distinction of being arguably the most British of British gins, named after the legendary Boodle's gentlemen's club in London and maintaining a recipe that dates back to 1762. This isn't just historical recreation - it's a living piece of gin history that offers insight into what sophisticated Londoners were drinking when gin first became respectable.

What immediately sets Boodles apart is what it doesn't contain - no citrus peel whatsoever. In an age where most gins lean heavily on lemon and orange for brightness, Boodles takes a different path. The botanical recipe includes juniper, coriander seed, angelica root, angelica seed, cassia bark, caraway seed, and nutmeg, creating a profile that's savory, complex, and utterly distinctive. This isn't oversight but intention - Boodles was designed for gin drinks that would include fresh citrus.

The flavor profile is unlike any contemporary gin. Without citrus to provide easy brightness, the other botanicals must work harder, and they rise to the challenge beautifully. Juniper leads with confidence, but the supporting cast creates unexpected complexity. Nutmeg adds warming spice, caraway provides an almost rye-bread quality, while the double dose of angelica (both root and seed) creates an earthy, herbal backbone. The result is a gin that's dry, savory, and remarkably food-friendly.

Boodles has found renewed appreciation among bartenders who understand its unique character. In a martini with a lemon twist, the fresh citrus completes what the botanicals began. The gin's savory character makes it exceptional in dirty martinis or Gibson variations. For gin historians and adventurous drinkers, Boodles offers a taste of pre-Victorian gin culture - sophisticated, distinctive, and proudly unconventional. Sometimes the oldest recipes are the most modern.