Greater Than London Dry Gin: India's First Craft Gin, Made in Goa for Half the Price of Bombay Sapphire
Greater Than London Dry Gin is a London Dry gin made by Nao Spirits in India. ABV: 42.8% ABV. Key botanicals include juniper, angelica root, orange peel, coriander, fennel. Our expert rating is 7/10.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Clean juniper with fresh lemon peel — bright and inviting, the Indian botanicals adding warmth underneath, fennel sweetness, chamomile softness
Palate
Sweet touch of fennel on the tip of the tongue — clean juniper-forward London Dry structure, lemongrass adding Indian citrus character, ginger zing, coriander warmth, subtle layers of fennel and angelica adding depth mid-palate
Finish
Ginger zing building — clean and composed, moderate length, the Indian spices providing a warm conclusion, lemongrass lingering, excellent value for the quality
Expert Review
7/10India's first craft London Dry Gin, launched in September 2017 by Nao Spirits from their small distillery in Goa. Macedonian juniper meets Indian coriander, fennel, ginger and lemongrass — botanicals designed to work with Indian food and Indian tonic. Costs half of Bombay Sapphire and a third of Stranger & Sons while making an excellent G&T. Silver medal at London Spirits Competition. Acquired by Diageo India in 2025.
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