Gin Navy Strength

Plymouth Navy Strength Gin — Proof and Providence at Black Friars

Name: Plymouth Navy Strength Gin — Proof and Providence at Black Friars
Brand: Black Friars Distillery
Availability: InStock
Rating: 8.0 (1 reviews)

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8 /10

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Producer: Black Friars Distillery
Type: Navy Strength
ABV: 57% ABV
Price: £40.95

Plymouth Navy Strength Gin is a Gin made by Black Friars Distillery. ABV: 57% ABV. Our expert rating is 8/10.

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Tasting Notes

Nose

Intensely aromatic without any harsh alcoholic burn. Juniper is bold and resinous — almost waxy in its concentration — with a sappy, coniferous depth that the standard Plymouth only hints at. Orange peel and lemon zest are vivid and immediate, their citrus oils amplified by the high ABV. Green cardamom adds an exotic, almost camphorous spice note. Beneath it all, angelica root provides a firm, dry anchor.

Palate

Powerful and commanding. The 57% ABV delivers extraordinary intensity without aggression — a feat of distilling skill. Juniper coats the palate with resinous authority, while coriander seed adds a warm, peppery dimension. The citrus notes are bright and penetrating, and the green cardamom, more prominent here than in the original strength, brings an aromatic complexity that elevates the entire profile. Orris root lends a powdery elegance that softens the edges.

Finish

Long and deeply satisfying. The juniper persists with remarkable tenacity, gradually yielding to warm cardamom and a lingering citrus brightness. There is a gentle heat — welcome, not aggressive — and a dry, earthy close from the angelica root. A finish of real stature.

Expert Review

8/10

Plymouth Navy Strength Gin is a masterclass in restrained power — seven classical botanicals distilled at Black Friars to the historic 57% ABV proof standard, delivering a spirit that honours naval tradition while standing as a modern benchmark for the category.