Hayman's Old Tom Gin is a classic London-style gin distilled from a 160-year-old family recipe. Produced in London, Hayman’s Old Tom is crafted with traditional botanicals and citrus for balance. The style originates from the 1860s, when James Hayman refined gin into a more sophisticated spirit, inspiring the Golden Age of cocktails. Brand tasting notes characterize it as juniper forward.
Old Tom Gin is ideal for classic cocktails such as the Tom Collins, Martinez, and other sweeter or slightly richer gin drinks. It is typically sold in 750 ml bottles, typically priced at $29.
Having said that, if you are willing to put a little effort into the cocktail experience, squeezing out some of your own fresh fruit, and keeping a modest amount of cocktail ingredients in your own bar fridge, then I think the Hayman’s is more than worth the investment as a cocktail gin for the home bartender.
In my humble opinion, alongside Jensen’s Old Tom— Hayman’s Old Tom Gin stands as the best in its category. Accessible and easy to mix with, this Old Tom is worth seeking out.