Dry gin is a type of gin that does not contain any added artificial flavoring, and its flavors are all natural, derived from the botanicals used in its production
. The term "dry" does not refer to the sweetness of the gin, as some dry gins can still have a sweet taste due to the presence of botanicals like licorice
. The key characteristics of dry gin include:
- No added sweeteners : Dry gin does not contain any added sweeteners, making it a less syrupy taste compared to regular gin
- Natural flavors : The flavors of dry gin come solely from botanicals like juniper, coriander seeds, citrus peel, and aromatics, giving it a distinctively herbal taste
- Bottling location : To be considered a genuine London Dry Gin, the gin must be bottled in England
Dry gin is often compared to wet gin, which is a term that is not well-defined and can refer to gins with a higher botanical content or a sweeter taste
. Some examples of dry gins include Beefeater Plymouth and Bombay Sapphire
