Hayman's Old Tom Gin: A Faithful Revival of Gin's Sweeter Side
Old Tom 40% ABV ABV Hayman Distillers
25 March 2026
Classic Old Tom style
Hayman's Old Tom is a faithful recreation of the sweeter, gentler gin style. The liquorice richness with juniper authority and warm baking spices is lovely. At 40% it's gentle enough for cocktails.
11 January 2026
Sweet but a bit simple
The liquorice and sweet citrus peel are pleasant, and the juniper authority is decent at 40%, but I find the overall profile lacks the complexity of some other Old Toms. The nutmeg and cinnamon are quite subtle. A good introduction to the Old Tom style without much to get excited about.
10 January 2026
Heritage distilling excellence
Hayman's have been making gin for generations and this Old Tom shows that expertise. The balance of liquorice sweetness with juniper authority is masterful. The medium finish with gentle spice and clean juniper close is lovely.
23 November 2025
Perfect Tom Collins base
This was made for a Tom Collins. The gentle sweetness from liquorice root with orange and lemon citrus works perfectly with lemon juice and soda. The cinnamon and nutmeg warmth adds depth.
17 November 2025
Old Tom perfection
Hayman's Old Tom at 40% is everything this historic style should be. The liquorice root richness with juniper authority, citrus brightness from orange and lemon peel, and those warm baking spices — nutmeg, cinnamon — create something timeless. The medium finish with gentle spice is pure elegance. The definitive modern Old Tom.
14 November 2025
Gently sweet and warming
The nutmeg warmth and cinnamon on the nose set up expectations that the palate beautifully delivers. The angelica adds earthy depth beneath the liquorice sweetness. A well-crafted Old Tom at 40%.
29 September 2025
The quintessential Old Tom
If you want to understand what Old Tom gin tastes like, start here. Hayman's nail the balance between sweetness and gin character. The juniper authority with coriander, liquorice, and warm baking spices is perfectly harmonised.