First Impressions
Sipsmith Zesty Orange takes the award-winning London Dry and dials up the citrus with three orange treatments: fresh peel, dried peel, and bergamot zest. The bergamot — the citrus that gives Earl Grey tea its character — adds floral sophistication.
Tasting
The nose is bright with floral citrus and warming spice. On the palate, sharp citrus fruit with sweet marmalade and cinnamon warmth over the London Dry base. The finish delivers tangy sherbet ending on sweet cinnamon. Serve with a cinnamon stick for extra pep.
The Bottom Line
Sipsmith Zesty Orange earns a 7 for the bergamot addition that elevates a simple orange gin into something with Earl Grey sophistication. The Sipsmith base quality shines through. At around £28, orange gin done the Sipsmith way.
