Fords Officers' Reserve Gin: Overproof and Amontillado Sherry-Rested
Originally published on gin.directoryFords Officers' Reserve Gin is a Gin made by Thames Distillers. ABV: 54.5% ABV. Our expert rating is 8/10.
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Nose
Citrus-led with subtle spice, plum and caramel aromas from the Amontillado cask
Palate
Honey and citrus developing into aromatic coriander, juniper and orange with subtle ginger undercurrent — robustly expressed and harmoniously integrated despite the high proof
Finish
Lightly tannic citrus and pepper fade with tingling heat — juniper exits first, leaving oranges, honey and ginger lingering
Expert Review
8/10Fords' overproof gin rested in Amontillado Sherry casks for three weeks — citrus-led with honey, plum, and caramel from the cask, at a robust 54.5% ABV. The bartender's gin turned up to eleven.
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