Ever since my Total Wine opened 5 years ago I have been checking for No 3 (since they have EVERYTHING else) every time I go in, as recently as a month ago. When I saw Walther’s post yesterday I went to check again and sure enough mine had it too! Glad to see we now have it in the States...
Great! The gin has only been around since 2010 so it probably wasn't sold outside of the UK until the last few years. I surmise Skyfall was its first bit of product placement in a film having started filming only a year after its introduction.
I’ve got a couple of bottles. It was only sold through their own shop in St James. They had five bottles left in Feb.
What are your thoughts on it in comparison to the regular bottle? Is there a noticeable difference in taste?
It’s only the bottle that’s different.
That's disappointing but not surprising. Figured it would be like the Statesman bourbon or Blade Runner 2049 Johnnie Walker that were new blends of familiar spirits. But unlike bourbon and whiskey you can only do so much with gins palette anyway.
They had three at Total Wine and More in Plano, two of them are now in my possession.
My total wine only had three in stock as well. It's certainly a more limited quantity product in comparison to all the Tanqueray and Gordons they have in stock. But its also a bit more expensive then most gins.
What are your thoughts on it in comparison to the regular bottle? Is there a noticeable difference in taste?
It’s only the bottle that’s different.
That's disappointing but not surprising. Figured it would be like the Statesman bourbon or Blade Runner 2049 Johnnie Walker that were new blends of familiar spirits. But unlike bourbon and whiskey you can only do so much with gins palette anyway.
I guess if they changed it, it would have to have a name change too. It’s No3 you see in the films.
What are your thoughts on it in comparison to the regular bottle? Is there a noticeable difference in taste?
It’s only the bottle that’s different.
That's disappointing but not surprising. Figured it would be like the Statesman bourbon or Blade Runner 2049 Johnnie Walker that were new blends of familiar spirits. But unlike bourbon and whiskey you can only do so much with gins palette anyway.
Actually you can do a lot with gin in terms of taste. London dry is pretty limited, but once you get into a more adventurous style of gin, it’s pretty diverse.
I think the Kingsman No3 Gin is a little bit stronger at 49% instead of 46%. A few of the big Gin producers do that, you can get Bombay Sapphire at 40%, 43% and 47% that I know off. The taste is a little different. Proper Gordon's export is 47% instead of the UK 37.5%, and you can really tell the difference. I've had a few bottles of the normal No3 and really like it, but had the chance to try the Kingsman version (yet)
I think the Kingsman No3 Gin is a little bit stronger at 49% instead of 46%. A few of the big Gin producers do that, you can get Bombay Sapphire at 40%, 43% and 47% that I know off. The taste is a little different. Proper Gordon's export is 47% instead of the UK 37.5%, and you can really tell the difference. I've had a few bottles of the normal No3 and really like it, but had the chance to try the Kingsman version (yet)
Thanks for the clarification! If you try it please let us know what you think.
That's disappointing but not surprising. Figured it would be like the Statesman bourbon or Blade Runner 2049 Johnnie Walker that were new blends of familiar spirits. But unlike bourbon and whiskey you can only do so much with gins palette anyway.
Actually you can do a lot with gin in terms of taste. London dry is pretty limited, but once you get into a more adventurous style of gin, it’s pretty diverse.
I just started branching out into gins (besides NO.3) after wanting to take a hiatus from all the bourbon and whiskey I've consumed over the last few years. I recently bought Aviation gin, you may recognize it because it made headlines two months ago when Ryan Reynolds bought the company. Being called a "Western dry gin" its taste is a bit more balanced then the standard juniper heavy London dry's. But its every bit as enjoyable, especially neat.
Yep I've tried that one - nice. Certain gins make a nice martini others are better as a classic G&T. Good thing is they are all a bit different, I certainly wouldn't say I'm expert but I like trying them, so an amateur drinker LOL Dukes Hotel, use the No3 for some Martinis, which are excellent.
That's disappointing but not surprising. Figured it would be like the Statesman bourbon or Blade Runner 2049 Johnnie Walker that were new blends of familiar spirits. But unlike bourbon and whiskey you can only do so much with gins palette anyway.
Actually you can do a lot with gin in terms of taste. London dry is pretty limited, but once you get into a more adventurous style of gin, it’s pretty diverse.
I just started branching out into gins (besides NO.3) after wanting to take a hiatus from all the bourbon and whiskey I've consumed over the last few years. I recently bought Aviation gin, you may recognize it because it made headlines two months ago when Ryan Reynolds bought the company. Being called a "Western dry gin" its taste is a bit more balanced then the standard juniper heavy London dry's. But its every bit as enjoyable, especially neat.
Yep I've tried that one - nice. Certain gins make a nice martini others are better as a classic G&T. Good thing is they are all a bit different, I certainly wouldn't say I'm expert but I like trying them, so an amateur drinker LOL Dukes Hotel, use the No3 for some Martinis, which are excellent.
Actually you can do a lot with gin in terms of taste. London dry is pretty limited, but once you get into a more adventurous style of gin, it’s pretty diverse.
I just started branching out into gins (besides NO.3) after wanting to take a hiatus from all the bourbon and whiskey I've consumed over the last few years. I recently bought Aviation gin, you may recognize it because it made headlines two months ago when Ryan Reynolds bought the company. Being called a "Western dry gin" its taste is a bit more balanced then the standard juniper heavy London dry's. But its every bit as enjoyable, especially neat.
I'm an amateur gin drinker as well at the moment. In my original post I highlighted that Dukes specifically uses the NO.3 for their Vesper. I suppose it makes sense for them to use the NO.3 since its sold like a block away. As you said I'm sure they use it for more then just the Vesper though. I just rarely drink anything else when I'm there.
Yep I've tried that one - nice. Certain gins make a nice martini others are better as a classic G&T. Good thing is they are all a bit different, I certainly wouldn't say I'm expert but I like trying them, so an amateur drinker LOL Dukes Hotel, use the No3 for some Martinis, which are excellent.
I just started branching out into gins (besides NO.3) after wanting to take a hiatus from all the bourbon and whiskey I've consumed over the last few years. I recently bought Aviation gin, you may recognize it because it made headlines two months ago when Ryan Reynolds bought the company. Being called a "Western dry gin" its taste is a bit more balanced then the standard juniper heavy London dry's. But its every bit as enjoyable, especially neat.
I'm an amateur gin drinker as well at the moment. In my original post I highlighted that Dukes specifically uses the NO.3 for their Vesper. I suppose it makes sense for them to use the NO.3 since its sold like a block away. As you said I'm sure they use it for more then just the Vesper though. I just rarely drink anything else when I'm there.
That's disappointing but not surprising. Figured it would be like the Statesman bourbon or Blade Runner 2049 Johnnie Walker that were new blends of familiar spirits. But unlike bourbon and whiskey you can only do so much with gins palette anyway.
Actually you can do a lot with gin in terms of taste. London dry is pretty limited, but once you get into a more adventurous style of gin, it’s pretty diverse.
I just started branching out into gins (besides NO.3) after wanting to take a hiatus from all the bourbon and whiskey I've consumed over the last few years. I recently bought Aviation gin, you may recognize it because it made headlines two months ago when Ryan Reynolds bought the company. Being called a "Western dry gin" its taste is a bit more balanced then the standard juniper heavy London dry's. But its every bit as enjoyable, especially neat.
Aviation isn’t bad. You should also try Bluecoat, Martin Miller’s, and Death’s Door. All different but high quality. Also, any of Tanqeray’s limited edition batches are worth buying, if you can find them. I have a bottle of their Bloomsbury that I cherish every bit as much as an old single malt.
Actually you can do a lot with gin in terms of taste. London dry is pretty limited, but once you get into a more adventurous style of gin, it’s pretty diverse.
I just started branching out into gins (besides NO.3) after wanting to take a hiatus from all the bourbon and whiskey I've consumed over the last few years. I recently bought Aviation gin, you may recognize it because it made headlines two months ago when Ryan Reynolds bought the company. Being called a "Western dry gin" its taste is a bit more balanced then the standard juniper heavy London dry's. But its every bit as enjoyable, especially neat.
Aviation isn’t bad. You should also try Bluecoat, Martin Miller’s, and Death’s Door. All different but high quality. Also, any of Tanqeray’s limited edition batches are worth buying, if you can find them. I have a bottle of their Bloomsbury that I cherish every bit as much as an old single malt.
I do like Tanqueray No. 10 which was also in Skyfall.
I'll second the recommendation for Bluecoat, especially if you aren't a fan of juniper. Aviation gin is fine, but I didn't like it in an Aviation cocktail ironically enough.
No. 209 Gin from San Francisco is a terrific American Gin. Very light in a Vesper and perfect in an Aviation.
this thread is a bit of worlds colliding. as a cocktail enthusiast - I cannot deny that TBS Bond-a-thons at a tender age may have predisposed me to this interest - I have always enjoyed Alessandro Palazzi's Youtube presence. the prior posters mentioning Duke's Bar - Alessandro has been the head bartender at this establishment:
Alessandro comes across as an undeniable fan of Fleming and Bond, and his interpretation of the Vesper martini is evidence of this passion. He also happens to be a purveyor of No3 Gin:
I have to confess that I originally read Casino Royale at a young enough age that I never picked up on the Vesper martini's ingredients until Alessandro made me consider more deeply. Of course Vesper is stuck between the Russians and the English - so her eponymous cocktail is made with Russian vodka and English gin... foreshadowing!
I've managed to find No3 in the States so it definitely isn't impossible to buy outside of the UK.
this thread is a bit of worlds colliding. as a cocktail enthusiast - I cannot deny that TBS Bond-a-thons at a tender age may have predisposed me to this interest - I have always enjoyed Alessandro Palazzi's Youtube presence. the prior posters mentioning Duke's Bar - Alessandro has been the head bartender at this establishment:
Alessandro comes across as an undeniable fan of Fleming and Bond, and his interpretation of the Vesper martini is evidence of this passion. He also happens to be a purveyor of No3 Gin:
I have to confess that I originally read Casino Royale at a young enough age that I never picked up on the Vesper martini's ingredients until Alessandro made me consider more deeply. Of course Vesper is stuck between the Russians and the English - so her eponymous cocktail is made with Russian vodka and English gin... foreshadowing!
I've managed to find No3 in the States so it definitely isn't impossible to buy outside of the UK.
Alessandro is a lovely gentleman! Always a joy to see him.
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It’s only the bottle that’s different.
Reflections in a double bourbon...
I guess if they changed it, it would have to have a name change too. It’s No3 you see in the films.
Actually you can do a lot with gin in terms of taste. London dry is pretty limited, but once you get into a more adventurous style of gin, it’s pretty diverse.
Aviation isn’t bad. You should also try Bluecoat, Martin Miller’s, and Death’s Door. All different but high quality. Also, any of Tanqeray’s limited edition batches are worth buying, if you can find them. I have a bottle of their Bloomsbury that I cherish every bit as much as an old single malt.
I'll second the recommendation for Bluecoat, especially if you aren't a fan of juniper. Aviation gin is fine, but I didn't like it in an Aviation cocktail ironically enough.
No. 209 Gin from San Francisco is a terrific American Gin. Very light in a Vesper and perfect in an Aviation.
https://www.craftginclub.co.uk/ginnedmagazine/2016/6/14/meet-alessandro-palazzi-the-master-of-the-martini
Alessandro comes across as an undeniable fan of Fleming and Bond, and his interpretation of the Vesper martini is evidence of this passion. He also happens to be a purveyor of No3 Gin:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=JLZUZVTMKRI
I have to confess that I originally read Casino Royale at a young enough age that I never picked up on the Vesper martini's ingredients until Alessandro made me consider more deeply. Of course Vesper is stuck between the Russians and the English - so her eponymous cocktail is made with Russian vodka and English gin... foreshadowing!
I've managed to find No3 in the States so it definitely isn't impossible to buy outside of the UK.
Realised my Uncle had bought me this as part of my 50th gift, love an unknowning Bond connection...
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