Tanqueray London Dry vs Bombay Sapphire
Tanqueray London Dry and Bombay Sapphire, side by side: what each one is, who makes it, alcohol content, ingredients, sensory profile and flavor notes, all from the Bebidário profiles.
Which do you prefer?
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The differences in a few lines
- Both are gins: london Dry Gin.
- Tanqueray London Dry is stronger: 47.3% ABV; Bombay Sapphire has 40%.
- Tanqueray is owned by Diageo; Bombay Sapphire, by Bacardi Limited.
- Both brands come from the United Kingdom.
- In Bebidário's sensory profile they are close: no difference reaches 1.5 points out of 10.
- Flavor notes they share: juniper, lemon and black pepper.
- Only in Bombay Sapphire, lavender.
Which one to choose?
- Want less alcohol? Bombay Sapphire (40%).
- Looking for lavender? Bombay Sapphire.
Based on the differences in sensory profile, alcohol content and calories. In the end, your palate decides.
Side by side
| Tanqueray London Dry Gin · United Kingdom | Bombay Sapphire Gin · United Kingdom | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Gin | Gin |
| Brand | Tanqueray | Bombay Sapphire |
| Brand owner | Diageo | Bacardi Limited |
| Brand origin | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Alcohol content | 47.3% ABV | 40% ABV |
| Type | London Dry Gin | London Dry Gin |
| Distillation | Four distillations, using the Old Tom still | Vapor infusion in copper baskets |
| Serving | With ice, tonic water and a slice of lime | — |
| Botanicals | Juniper, coriander, angelica root and licorice | 10, including juniper, cubeb and grains of paradise |
| Ingredients | Rectified potable cereal ethyl alcohol, water, natural juniper berry extracts and other aromatic substances. | Rectified alcoholic distillate, water and aromatic plant extracts. |
| Calories per 100 ml | ≈ 261 kcal (alcohol only) | ≈ 221 kcal (alcohol only) |
| Sweetness | 0 | 1 |
| Acidity | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Body | 5 | 4.5 |
| Bitterness | 3 | 3 |
| Alcohol | 9 | 8 |
| Notes — first sip | juniperlemonblack pepper | juniperlemonblack pepper |
| Notes — mid-palate | juniperlemon | juniperlemonblack pepper |
| Notes — finish | black pepperjuniper | juniperlavenderblack pepper |
Data from the Bebidário drink profiles. The sensory profile goes from 0 to 10 and combines Bebidário's reference with community votes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Tanqueray London Dry and Bombay Sapphire?
Both are gins: london Dry Gin. Tanqueray London Dry is stronger: 47.3% ABV; Bombay Sapphire has 40%. Tanqueray is owned by Diageo; Bombay Sapphire, by Bacardi Limited. Both brands come from the United Kingdom.
Which is stronger, Tanqueray London Dry or Bombay Sapphire?
Tanqueray London Dry is stronger: 47.3% ABV; Bombay Sapphire has 40%.
Are Tanqueray London Dry and Bombay Sapphire made by the same company?
No. Tanqueray is owned by Diageo; Bombay Sapphire, by Bacardi Limited.
Which is sweeter, Tanqueray London Dry or Bombay Sapphire?
Bombay Sapphire, according to Bebidário's sensory profile: 1 against 0, out of 10.
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