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Scofflaw Old Tom Gin

Scofflaw Old Tom Gin

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Scofflaw Old Tom Gin in a Nutshell

Scofflaw Old Tom Gin is a delightful nod to the past, using a late 19th-century recipe that results in a subtly sweeter, more botanically complex profile than a London Dry. This makes it incredibly versatile, shining in classic cocktails like the Martinez or Tom Collins, and a fascinating addition to any home bar looking beyond the usual craft spirits.

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Anders' Take on Scofflaw Old Tom Gin

"I love Scofflaw Old Tom Gin. It's has a classic Old Tom sweetness, but with a nice brightness of orange peel. It works perfectly in classic cocktails like the Martinez or a Tom Collins. Definitely a good one to have on hand."

Let's Answer Your Questions About Scofflaw Old Tom Gin

Where is Scofflaw Old Tom Gin from?

Scofflaw Old Tom Gin emerged from a collaboration between the gin-focused Chicago bar, Scofflaw, and North Shore Distillery in Lake Bluff, Illinois, officially releasing in early 2013. This isn't an old classic rediscovered, but rather a contemporary take on the historical Old Tom style, which is traditionally a bit sweeter and rounder than a London Dry. North Shore Distillery, known for its distinctive gins, worked with Scofflaw to create this spirit specifically for cocktails, resulting in a higher proof (90 proof) gin featuring botanicals like juniper, citrus peels, and uniquely, osmanthus blossoms for a distinct floral note. The name "Scofflaw" itself is a nod to those who disregarded liquor laws during Prohibition, reflecting a somewhat rebellious and independent spirit.

How should I use Scofflaw Old Tom Gin?

Scofflaw Old Tom Gin presents classic juniper, orange peel, and coriander, rounded out by a uniquely smooth, subtly sweet, and floral finish from osmanthus blossoms. Its rich texture shines in historic cocktails like the Martinez or a Tom Collins, bringing a delightful complexity and sippable quality to your home bar creations.

What does Scofflaw Old Tom Gin taste like?

Scofflaw Old Tom Gin opens with a sweet botanical whisper, think candied lemon peel and a hint of pine. The palate is round and gently sweet, juniper giving way to soft spice and a whisper of licorice, before a clean, lingering citrusy finish.

How We Like to Use Scofflaw Old Tom Gin:

The Gin Old Fashioned

1 lemon swath
1/4 oz. (7.5 ml) semi-rich simple syrup (1.5:1 sugar:water)
3 dashes Regans' Orange Bitters Add to Cart
2 oz. (60 ml) Scofflaw Old Tom Gin Add to Cart
Lemon zest and cocktail cherry for garnish

Tom Collins -- Variation #2

2 oz. (60 ml) Scofflaw Old Tom Gin Add to Cart
1 oz. (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
1/2 oz. (15 ml) semi-rich simple syrup (1.5:1 sugar:water)
2-3 oz. (60-90 ml) soda water
Lemon wheel and cocktail cherry for garnish

Ford Cocktail

1.5 oz. (45 ml) Scofflaw Old Tom Gin Add to Cart
1.5 oz. (45 ml) Dolin Dry Vermouth De Chambéry Add to Cart
1/4 oz. (7.5 ml) Bénédictine D.O.M. Liqueur Add to Cart
3 dashes Regans' Orange Bitters Add to Cart
Expressed orange oil

Martinez

1.25 oz. (37.5 ml) Scofflaw Old Tom Gin Add to Cart
1.25 oz. (37.5 ml) Cocchi Vermouth Di Torino Add to Cart
1/4 oz. (7.5 ml) Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur Add to Cart
1/4 oz. (7.5 ml) Fee Brothers West Indian Orange Bitters 5oz Add to Cart
Lemon zest for garnish

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