Anchor Distilling Co.Old Tom Gin, San Francisco, USA

Old Tom Gin, which peaked in popularity sometime in the late 19th century (before London Dry Gin came into favor), is known for being fuller-bodied and slightly sweeter than its more modern counterpart. Anchor Old Tom Gin stays true to this stylistic tradition, and is pot distilled with juniper berries, licorice root and star anise. In addition, Anchor uses one final, relatively obscure ingredient — Paraguayan stevia — which lends the gin its silky-smooth character and pleasant sweetness. Anchor Old Tom Gin has a woodsy aroma of clay and star anise, which morphs into sweeter notes of pear, vanilla and cinnamon candy on the palate. The finish is long and complex, with licorice notes dominating amongst other hints of smoke and savory herbs. This brand-new gin won a Silver Medal at the WSWA Tasting Competition 2015 — pick up a bottle today!