Capreolus Hart & Dart Barrel Aged Gin
Old Tom 47% ABV
7 March 2026
Complex and Rewarding
Every sip reveals something new — vanilla from the wood, honey from the Old Tom sweetness, juniper fighting through. At 47% ABV it's intense and satisfying. A gin for slow, thoughtful drinking.
1 March 2026
Lost the Gin Identity
The barrel ageing has added interesting flavours but at the cost of gin character. At 47% the wood dominates and the juniper struggles to be heard. It tastes more like a young whisky than an Old Tom gin to me.
22 February 2026
A Masterpiece of Ageing
Hart & Dart is, without question, the finest barrel-aged gin I've tasted. The Old Tom sweetness, the oak complexity, the persistent juniper at 47% — everything is in perfect harmony. Capreolus have created something truly extraordinary.
9 February 2026
Barrel-Aged Brilliance
The oak ageing gives this Old Tom a gorgeous golden colour and adds layers of vanilla, caramel, and woody spice. At 47% ABV it's got real power and depth. Capreolus are doing extraordinary things in the Forest of Dean.
10 January 2026
Where Gin Meets Whisky
Hart & Dart sits beautifully between gin and whisky. The barrel ageing adds warmth and complexity while the Old Tom sweetness and juniper keep it firmly in gin territory. Fascinating at 47%.
31 December 2025
Oakwood Character
The barrel influence is prominent but well-managed. There's vanilla, light tannin, and a warmth that complements the Old Tom sweetness beautifully. At 47% it's robust and full-bodied. Really well made.
22 October 2025
Forest of Dean Magic
Capreolus Hart & Dart is a stunning example of what barrel ageing can do to gin. The wood adds sophistication, the Old Tom base provides sweetness, and at 47% ABV the botanicals are vivid. Exceptional.