First Impressions
Hoxton Gin was one of the first gins to push the boundaries of what gin could taste like — coconut and grapefruit alongside ginger, tarragon and orris. It divided the gin world: some loved the tropical character, others questioned whether it was really gin.
Tasting
The nose is intense with coconut and citrus, grapefruit overtones with ginger and juniper. On the palate, rich creamy coconut with zesty grapefruit and warm spice, bitter grapefruit-ginger-pine partially smoothed by vanilla. The finish is bright and tropical.
The Bottom Line
Hoxton earns a 6 for boldness if not for balance. The coconut-grapefruit combination is genuinely distinctive but the juniper often takes a back seat. Best enjoyed neat to savour the layers, or as a splash in a tropical cocktail. A conversation-starter rather than a purist's choice.
