Bombay Bramble is one of those bottles that catches your eye and makes you curious — Bombay Sapphire stepping away from their classic profile to embrace fresh fruit. Built on the familiar Bombay Sapphire base, this expression infuses real brambles and raspberries into the mix, creating something that sits in interesting territory between a classic London Dry and a fruit-forward contemporary style.
Style & Character
At 37.5% ABV, Bombay Bramble sits at the minimum strength for gin, which tells you something about the intent here. This isn't a spirit designed for contemplative sipping — it's engineered for long drinks and cocktails where that berry character can shine without overwhelming the mixer. The use of real fruit rather than artificial flavourings is a meaningful choice from Bombay Sapphire, and it's the kind of detail that separates a well-made flavoured gin from a forgettable one.
What Makes It Interesting
The combination of brambles and raspberries gives Bombay Bramble a natural berry sweetness that plays nicely against the juniper backbone Bombay Sapphire is known for. As a bartender, I appreciate that the brand has leaned into real ingredients — it shows respect for the category even while pushing its boundaries. That said, the lower ABV does limit its versatility somewhat, and purists may find it leans too far into fruit territory.
Best Served
This gin was born for a Bramble cocktail — and yes, the name is no coincidence. Build it over crushed ice with fresh lemon juice, a touch of sugar syrup, and a float of crème de mûre. The berry notes in the gin harmonise beautifully with the blackberry liqueur, creating a more cohesive version of the classic. Garnish with fresh blackberries and a lemon wheel. It also makes a stunning Clover Club if you swap it in for a traditional London Dry.
I'm giving Bombay Bramble a 7.4 out of 10. It knows exactly what it wants to be — an accessible, fruit-forward gin that excels in specific serves — and it delivers on that promise with genuine ingredients and solid craftsmanship.
