Description
Hayman’s Old Tom Gin
Known as “The Bartender’s Secret,” Hayman’s Old Tom Gin is an authentic 19th-century Victorian-style gin crafted from a original 5th-generation family recipe dating back to the 1860s. Reintroduced to fuel the global craft cocktail movement, Old Tom serves as the essential bridge between sweet Dutch Genever and modern London Dry Gin. Using the signature “Hayman 10” botanicals with a notable emphasis on licorice root and vibrant citrus, a touch of pure sugar is added post-distillation to achieve its historically accurate, velvety, and subtly sweet profile.
Quick-Scan Product Facts: Hayman’s Old Tom Gin
Category: Victorian-Style Old Tom Gin
Origin: Balham, London, United Kingdom
Producer: Hayman’s Distillery (Family Distillers since 1863)
Distillation Method: 2-day traditional process with post-distillation subtle sweetening
Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 41.4%
Volume: 700ml
Key Botanicals: Increased licorice root and citrus peel alongside juniper berries, coriander, and warm baking spices
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Luminous, crystal clear, and bright.
Aroma: Intensely aromatic nose brimming with zesty sherbet-like citrus, piney juniper, and a hint of warm ginger spice.
Palate: Rich, smooth, and rounded on the palate with a luxurious, velvety mouthfeel. Bold juniper and bright citrus are balanced by natural licorice sweetness.
Finish: Long, soft, and elegantly sweet with a lingering herbal and citrus warmth.
Serving & Pairing Suggestions
Hayman’s Old Tom Gin is the indispensable ingredient required to recreate classic 19th-century “Golden Age” cocktails. It is essential for mixing an authentic Martinez (the precursor to the Martini), a refreshing Tom Collins, or a silky Ramos Gin Fizz. It also pairs wonderfully with light dessert tarts, citrus-based pastries, and rich Mediterranean appetizers. Order online at SIP22 for express, same-day delivery straight to your door across Amman, including Abdoun, Dabouq, Al Rabiah, and Um Uthaina.
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