Karven Dry Gin
London Dry 40.8% ABV
19 February 2026
Good straightforward gin
At 40.8% ABV, Karven is a straightforward London Dry done well. Clean juniper, appropriate dryness, and a smooth finish. Does exactly what you'd want it to do.
12 February 2026
Solid but unmemorable
Karven delivers a competent London Dry at 40.8%, but it doesn't leave much of an impression. Everything is technically correct — the juniper is there, the dryness is right — yet something is missing that would make it distinctive.
21 January 2026
Quietly excellent
Karven doesn't get the attention it deserves. At 40.8% this London Dry has a subtle complexity that reveals itself over repeated tastings. Really well-crafted and deserving of a wider audience.
30 December 2025
Clean craft distilling
Karven is a well-made London Dry at 40.8% that does everything with quiet confidence. The juniper character is clean and well-defined, with a pleasingly dry finish. No complaints here.
4 December 2025
Nice everyday option
Karven at 40.8% has become my go-to London Dry for weeknight G&Ts. It's consistent, well-balanced, and always hits the spot without breaking the bank.
20 October 2025
Massively underrated gem
Karven is the kind of London Dry that serious gin drinkers quietly obsess over. At 40.8% the balance is absolutely perfect — clean juniper, gentle spice, and a finish that's dry without being austere. One of the best-kept secrets in gin.
5 October 2025
Reliable and well-priced
For the money, Karven offers excellent value. This London Dry at 40.8% ABV is smooth, balanced, and works brilliantly in cocktails. A workhorse gin that never lets you down.