1 / 5Tarquin's Blood Orange Gin, 38% ABV, 70cl
Tarquin's Cornish Gin: Tarquin's Blood Orange Gin is a 70cl fruit gin listed at 38% ABV. Its described profile combines blood orange and summer fruit with gentian-root herbal notes, aimed at mixed drinks such as a sparkling-wine spritz.
At a glance
- The listing describes infusion with blood orange and fresh summer fruits, alongside fresh gentian root.
- Tasting notes describe orange, pink grapefruit, summer fruits, a bitter-sweet herbal note and juniper.
- A suggested Cornish Sunshine Spritz combines 50ml gin, 100ml sparkling wine and elderflower tonic over ice, garnished with orange.
- The manufacturer says it is handcrafted in Cornwall using four flame-fired copper pot stills.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Fruit and citrus notes are paired with a stated bitter-sweet herbal character, rather than being described as purely sweet.
- The suggested spritz gives a specific way to serve it, while customer feedback also mentions ginger ale and lemonade.
Technical specifications
5 specifications| Brand | Tarquins |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by volume | 38% abv |
| Bottle volume | 70cl |
| Model number | 01233FG |
| Dimensions listed | 28 x 18 x 30 cm; 1 kg |
|---|
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Gin drinkers seeking a blood-orange and summer-fruit profile with some herbal bitterness.
- People who want a fruit gin for spritzes or mixed drinks with tonic, ginger ale or lemonade.
- Gift shoppers who value the bottle presentation described in customer feedback.
Less suited to
- Buyers looking specifically for a dry, unflavoured gin, since this is presented as a fruit-infused style.
- Anyone seeking an independently verified tasting profile or production specification. The page supplies manufacturer descriptions.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the gin as delicious and fruity without being sweet, and highlights the bottle's appearance and use in mixed drinks. Ginger ale and lemonade are mentioned as pairings, while the listing itself suggests a sparkling-wine spritz. This feedback may help buyers considering a fruit-led cocktail gin, but it does not establish that everyone will prefer its flavour. Some customers describe it as worth buying on sale, so perceived value may depend on the price offered.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the flavour and bottle design.
- Feedback mentions versatility and mixing it with ginger ale or lemonade.
- Some customers consider it suitable as a gift.
Frequently asked questions
What flavour profile does the listing describe?
It describes blood orange, pink grapefruit and summer fruits, with a bitter-sweet herbal note, juniper and a finish including summer berries, bergamot and tangerine.
How does the manufacturer suggest serving it?
For its Cornish Sunshine Spritz, the listing suggests 50ml gin over ice, topped with 100ml sparkling wine and elderflower tonic, with an orange-wheel garnish.
What is the listed bottle size and strength?
The title lists a 70cl bottle at 38% ABV.
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