Gordon's London Dry Gin

Yes, Gordon is London Dry gin is consistently the most affordable genuine London Dry gin available in India from a major international brand. At Rs 2200 in Delhi and as low as Rs 1700 in Goa, it delivers authentic London Dry gin character — juniper, citrus and a clean botanical dryness — at a price that competes with many domestic spirits. For the budget-conscious gin and tonic drinker who wants an authentic name, Gordon is is the clear choice.

Gordon is gin was created by Alexander Gordon in 1769 in Southwark, London making it one of the oldest gin brands in existence. Gordon is formula was kept in a bank vault for safekeeping during World War Two. The brand became one of the most important in British gin history and helped establish the London Dry style globally. Today it is owned by Diageo and produced in Scotland but the original recipe dating back to 1769 remains the foundation of the product sold worldwide including in India.

Both Gordon is and Tanqueray are owned by Diageo and both are authentic London Dry gins but Tanqueray is the superior product. Tanqueray is bottled at 43.1% ABV versus 37.5% for Gordon is — the lower ABV of Gordon is means less flavour intensity. Tanqueray has a more assertive juniper character and more complexity. Gordon is is perfectly pleasant for casual gin and tonics. For serious gin cocktails or when you want to taste the gin properly, Tanqueray at Rs 1000 more per bottle in Delhi is worth the upgrade.

Gordon is gin is a workable choice for a Negroni given the strong flavour presence of Campari and sweet vermouth in equal parts. However a more assertive gin like Tanqueray or Bombay Sapphire will produce a better balanced Negroni because their higher ABV and more pronounced botanical character hold up better against the dominant Campari. For budget-conscious Negroni making, Gordon is is acceptable. For the best Negroni experience, use Greater Than gin from India at Rs 1800 — its London Dry precision makes it an outstanding affordable Negroni gin.

Gordon is London Dry gin prices vary across India. Goa is the cheapest at around Rs 1700 for a 750ml bottle. Delhi prices it at Rs 2200, Karnataka at Rs 2300 and Mumbai at Rs 2500. Duty free airport shops offer it at around Rs 1300. It is one of the most widely available imported gins across Indian states and can typically be found at most premium liquor retailers.