Gin - Navy strength gin 55.4% (or 57%) alc./vol.

Core

London, Plymouth, Scotland, United States, Australia

Famous For

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Negroni

Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth. Three equal parts that changed the world.

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Martini

Gin, dry vermouth. The most debated drink in history needs no introduction.

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Gin And Tonic

Gin over ice, tonic water poured long. Colonial medicine turned universal ritual.

ABV54-57.1%

Sub-styles

London Dry NavyContemporary NavyOverproof

Tasting Notes

Amplified juniper (resinous, almost piney), intense citrus peel, white pepper heat, coriander spice, alcohol warmth on the finish, concentrated botanicals. The higher proof means the aromatic compounds are more volatile — the nose is louder, more immediate. On the palate, there's a viscosity that regular gin lacks. The finish is longer because there's more alcohol carrying flavor.

Brand Guide

Well

Beefeater 24 isn't Navy, but at 45% it bridges the gap ($30)

Call

Hayman's Royal Dock ($32-38)

Premium

Plymouth Navy Strength ($38-45), Perry's Tot ($35-42)

Top Shelf

Sipsmith VJOP 57.7% ($50-60), Four Pillars Navy ($45-55). Plymouth Navy Strength is the gold standard — same botanical recipe as Plymouth gin, just at proof. Every bar professional should know it