Has Bombay Sapphire Changed?

The location may have changed, and in keeping with Bombay's image become more 'designer', but the production process remains the same and Bombay gins continue to be made using the vapour infusion distillation process

distillation process
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with vapours from both pot still and Carterhead stills.

Why does Bombay Sapphire taste different?

Most gin producers steep botanicals in the spirit like tea leaves, but Bombay actually cradles them in a perforated copper basket contained in a Carterhead still. The distilled spirit is gently infused as it steams through the botanicals, the goal being a more delicate flavor profile.

Are there different types of Bombay Sapphire?

It is bottled at 47.5% and is distilled from grain. It features bergamot and ambrette seeds in harmony with Bombay's signature botanicals. This version has later been extended to several other markets. Another variety is Bombay Bramble, it's Infused with fresh Black- and Raspberries and bottled at 37.5% ABV.

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