One of London’s finest imports, No. 3 London Dry Gin, hits South African shores just in time for the summer season – and in true form, very much like Bond himself, it’s both strong and disarmingly smooth – no stranger to accolades and crafted traditions. Whether enjoyed as an elegant Dry Martini or the sublime summer sipper Gin & Tonic with a slice of lime, No. 3 is guaranteed to deliver a bright, crisp and fresh taste on the palette.
SHAKEN, STIRRED AND SMOOTH INDEED
Distilled by London’s oldest wine and spirit merchant, No. 3 was named after the London address, which has been the home of Berry Bros. & Rudd since 1698. Traditionally distilled with only natural botanicals and with the definitive taste of juniper at its heart, No.3 is at the epitome of a London Dry Gin. This is a sentiment shared globally as No. 3 continues to rake in awards on an annual basis – the last being a Gold Medal in the London Dry Gin category at the International Spirits Challenge in May 2012.
With great care taken to determine the right recipe and source the finest ingredients, No. 3 unashamedly celebrates the integrity and character of traditional London Dry Gin. The number three continues to be relevant throughout the story of the both the production and packaging too, as there are three spice botanicals in the gin and three fruit botanicals. distilled in traditional copper pot stills.
- Juniper, from Italy, gives the unmistakable gin taste of pine and lavender.
- Sweet Spanish Orange peel provides freshness in the form of clean, crisp citrus.
- Angelica root adds an earthy quality and helps to make the gin dry.
- Moroccan Coriander seed releases a lemon flavour during distilling as well as adding a spicy, slightly peppery finish.
- Grapefruit peel gives an extra lift of citrus.
- Cardamom pods add a spicy, aromatic, yet warm bite.
For more information, please visit www.no3gin.com or call 021 447 6008