Finish: Finishes with a lightly tannic, citrus, and pepper fade with some tingling heat. The company has devised hundreds of Gins, and currently, produces around 60 Gins for different brands – from international brands to small-scale operations for bars. Wine-Searcher is not responsible for omissions and inaccuracies. It's then blended with a portion of the unaged gin, helping to balance the intensity of the oak notes imparted The aroma of this 100% Virginia rye is luscious and toasty. Can be employed, Ryder Estate 2019 Pinot Noir Rosé (Central Coast). Fords Officer's Reserve Gin nose is less complex from standard Fords Gin. We've received your email address, and soon you will start getting exclusive offers and news from Wine Enthusiast. A limited-edition offering, at heart this is an overproof version of the original Fords Gin finished in amontillado sherry barrels. It's then blended with a portion of the unaged gin, helping to balance the intensity of the oak notes imparted from the casks, and bottled at 54.5% ABV. The finish is hot with juniper and spice. [See more], Standard delivery next dayNo minimum order. Notice: US import tariffs on EU products effective 10.18.19 certain products may be subject to this fee. Therefore Local Retail Partners will notify us of qualifying items prior to fulfillment if any additional amount is due. © 2020 Wine-Searcher™ All rights reserved. Classic Suitable for everyday consumption; often good value. Nose: Ford’s has created a gin with a citrus-led nose that is complimented by subtle spice, plum and caramel aromas. Ford's Gin Officers' Reserve An overproof and cask-aged variant of Fords Gin, made with the same botanical recipe as the original, produced at Thames Distillers in London, then rested in 64 litre Amontillado sherry casks for three weeks. [See more], Standard delivery 1 monthWorldwide DeliveryNo minimum order. There are no reports for non-vintage products. Enter your email address to unlock full scores, detailed tasting notes and FREE access to nearly 300,000 wine, beer and spirit reviews. This boldly-flavoured over-proof gin from Ford’s is distilled at London’s Thames Distillers, before being rested in Amontillado sherry casks for three weeks. The company has devised hundreds of Gins, and currently, produces around 60 Gins for different brands – from international brands to small-scale operations for bars.\u003c\/p\u003e"}. Search results prioritize 5 sponsor listings. Cheers! All tastings reported in the Buying Guide are performed blind. We reckon this would make a great Last Word cocktail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFords Officers' Reserve Gin Tasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e Ford’s has created a gin with a citrus-led nose that is complimented by subtle spice, plum and caramel aromas. Upgrade to PRO. The cask finishing adds a pale straw tinge and mild almond notes on nose and palate. We reckon this would make a great Last Word cocktail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFords Officers' Reserve Gin Tasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e Ford’s has created a gin with a citrus-led nose that is complimented by subtle spice, plum and caramel aromas. The Thames Distillery was established in 1996 by Charles Maxwell, an eighth generation Gin distiller. You now have FREE access to nearly 300,000 wine, beer and spirit reviews. Upgrade to PRO to view all 13 results for the location you've chosen. Reviewers may know general information about a flight to provide context—vintage, variety or appellation—but never the producer or retail price of any given selection. A honey hue and rich vanilla aroma mark this six-year-old rye whiskey. By using our website and/or subscribing to our newsletter, NJ: Cherry Hill, NJ: Wayne, Fords Officers Reserve Navy Strength Gin, England, United Kingdom, CA: St Helena, CA: Los Angeles, Fords Overproof Officers Reserve Dry Gin 750mL, CA: San Diego, Fords Gin Officer's Reserve Navy Strength. There is no critics reviews yet for this vintage. Simon Ford, who makes Fords Gin, has now introduced his Officers’ Reserve, a Navy-strength gin at 54.5 percent alcohol. Standard delivery 1 weekNo minimum order. Upgrade to PRO to view all 14 results for the location you've chosen. Gin: Fords Officers' Reserve This boldly-flavoured over-proof gin from Ford’s is distilled at London’s Thames Distillers, before being rested in Amontillado sherry casks for three weeks. It made a great 5 star martini with Noilly Prat Dry with 4 parts gin to 1 part vermouth. By using our website and/or subscribing to our newsletter, you agree to our use of cookies and the terms of our. Choose a size below to open a printable set of shelf talkers: We may earn a commission for purchases made through our links. We reckon this would make a great Last Word cocktail. All orders and sales are processed and fulfilled through local licensed retailers. This Bourbon was transported to California to finish in brandy barrels. Highly recommended, Very Good It can be consumed neat, but is most commonly used as an ingredient in mixed drinks and cocktails. When possible, products considered flawed or uncustomary are retasted. Suitable for everyday consumption; often good value, Acceptable Welcome to winemag.com! Gin is a clear, high-alcohol drink whose flavor is created by distilling neutral grain spirit with a combination of plant extracts (botanicals), most famously juniper berries (see also Genever). It's then blended with a portion of the unaged gin, helping to balance the intensity of the oak notes imparted from the casks, and bottled at 54.5% ABV. Kara Newman. Historically the country hasn't been known for the quality of its winemaking, inhibited by its northerly latitude and resulting cool climate. Often good value; well recommended, Good An overproof and cask-aged variant of Fords Gin, made with the same botanical recipe as the original, produced at Thames Distillers in London, then rested in 64 litre Amontillado sherry casks for three weeks. Go to shop Search results prioritize 3 sponsor listings. Overproof dry gin, rested in sherry cask. Bold flavors of dried fruit and vanilla are layered over subtle baking spice, with juniper emerging on the finish. Aging in oloroso sherry casks has imparted a deep amber hue with ... Clear in the glass, a malty, warm aroma hints at anise. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e The palate initially offers notes of honey and citrus which develop slowly into aromatic coriander, juniper and orange, with a subtle ginger undercurrent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Finishes with a lightly tannic, citrus, and pepper fade with some tingling heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDistillery Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thames Distillery was established in 1996 by Charles Maxwell, an eighth generation Gin distiller. Typically, products are tasted in peer-group flights of from 5-8 samples. By using our website you agree to our use of cookies and the terms of our.