Name: Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap
Brand: Gordon's
Price: 399.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap taste like?

Accepted Answer

Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap is characterised by Citric notes. This is a gin, not a whisky—a 1950s bottle of Gordon's London Dry Gin at 40% ABV, distinguished by its period-appropriate spring cap closure.

Question 2

Is Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap sweet?

Accepted Answer

Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap is not particularly sweet (0/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap costs £399 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap is enjoyable neat at 40% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap?

Accepted Answer

Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap pairs well with fresh fruit tart, sushi, smoked trout, and mild goat's cheese. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap?

Accepted Answer

Serve Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap similar to Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap and Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) share a similar flavour profile (Citric) and are in a similar price range. Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) costs £399 vs £399 for Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap.

Question 11

Is Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap similar to Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap and Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) share a similar flavour profile (Citric) and are in a similar price range. Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) costs £250 vs £399 for Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap.

Question 12

How does Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap compare to Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal?

Accepted Answer

Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap and Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Gordon's London Dry Gin / Bot.1950s / Spring Cap is complex and layered, while Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is known for Sherried, Vanilla, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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