Colombo Gin is a London Dry Gin with a history and an unusual list of ingredients. Juniper is dominant in taste and aroma but it is surrounded by a medley of subtle spices. A Colombo Gin and tonic is a complex, bracing world of sweet, sour and bitter.
Key Flavours
Citrus
Juniper
Spiced
Serve
Sweet juniper berries dominate the tongue here, joined by a bright and zesty spice. Tropical yet classical, Colombo No. 7 straddles the divide. We might serve with bay leaf, but really we think this sings nice and bright in a garnish-free G&T.
Process
Colombo No.7 is made by Langley's Distillery, though based upon a recipe crafted many decades ago by brand owner Amal de Silva Wijeyeratne’s grandfather. With curry leaves amongst the roster, it’s one of the most interesting gins out there.
People
Colombo No.7 Gin is owned by Rockland Distillery in Sri Lanka, a historic distillery founded in 1924 and run by third generation owner Amal de Silva Wijeyeratne since 2005. While they make many tasty spirits there, this gin is made in the UK.
Place
The distillery was built to produce Arrack, but along with many others, a decade or two after it launched it was asked by the British Government to stop what it was doing and begin making spirits for the war effort. Soon after, a new gin was born…
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Product Specification
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ColourN/A
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CountryGreat Britain
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RegionCambridge
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ClosureStopper Cork
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SKUD33864NV
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Alcohol %43.1%
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Unit Volume70cl
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VeganYes
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VegetarianYes