Bombay Sapphire London Dry Gin
London Dry 40% ABV
17 March 2026
Good But Not Great
It's a well-made London Dry but at 40% ABV it can feel a bit thin, especially in cocktails. The botanical profile is pleasant but lacks the intensity I get from craft alternatives. A safe choice rather than an exciting one.
28 February 2026
My Desert Island Gin
Sapphire is the gin I'd take to a desert island. Consistent, reliable, beautifully balanced, and endlessly versatile. The ten vapour-infused botanicals create a gin that works in any situation. At 40% it's pure drinkability. An absolute classic.
2 January 2026
The Reliable Classic
There's a reason Bombay Sapphire is one of the world's bestselling gins. Clean, smooth, with gentle juniper and a lovely citrus brightness. At 40% it's approachable and easy to mix with anything.
28 November 2025
Iconic for Good Reason
Sapphire's ten botanicals are beautifully balanced through vapour infusion. It's smooth, aromatic, and incredibly versatile. There's a reason every bar in the world stocks this gin — it's genuinely excellent.
11 November 2025
Perfect Entry Point
If you're new to gin, Sapphire is a brilliant place to start. The flavour is approachable, the juniper isn't overwhelming, and the quality is consistent. At 40% it's smooth and easy to enjoy.
7 November 2025
Underrated by Snobs
Gin enthusiasts love to dismiss Sapphire but I think it's genuinely very good. The vapour infusion produces a uniquely smooth, aromatic gin. The ten botanicals are perfectly balanced. Don't let its popularity fool you — this is quality.
8 October 2025
Always Delivers
You know exactly what you're getting with Sapphire and it never disappoints. The vapour-infused botanicals create a lighter, more elegant style of London Dry. Perfectly fine at 40% for everyday drinking.