Description
What kind of spirit is this?
Greater Than London Dry Gin by Nao Spirits is crafted in India from a neutral grain spirit and offers a precise profile tailored for mixing. This London Dry Gin delivers a crisp, clean structure with a pronounced juniper core that harmonises effortlessly with a lively ginger note. Concluding with a refreshing lemon peel finish, it serves as an ideal foundation for classic cocktails, seamlessly enhancing both a vibrant Gin and Tonic and a structured Martini.
Where it comes from
Crafted in New Delhi, this spirit reflects the vision of two bartenders seeking a dependable cocktail base. The Nao Spirits recipe incorporates a meticulous selection of nine botanicals, blending international elements with regional ingredients sourced from Indian growers. While juniper remains the central focus, cardamom, coriander, ginger, and fresh citrus notes add sharp definition to the blend. This precise combination guarantees a vibrant flavour profile, firmly establishing the Indian distillery within a classic category through a dry, direct style without any sweet undertones.
How it is produced
Production relies on a neutral grain spirit base, which undergoes a careful botanical infusion to capture pure aromatic compounds. The liquid is then redistilled in a copper still, ensuring controlled flavour extraction. Produced in small batches to ensure consistent quality, the spirit remains highly structured. At 40% alcohol by volume, the gin retains a clear, clean edge, ensuring the spices and citrus seamlessly integrate into mixed drinks.
History and Curiosities
Born in New Delhi out of the passion of two bartenders, Greater Than London Dry Gin by Nao Spirits has placed India firmly on the global spirits map. A fascinating detail is found on its label, which proudly declares: ‘We didn’t invent gin. We made it greater in India.’
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Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
They stepped out from behind the bar, got themselves a copper pot still and experimented with every spice, herb and fruit they could find. They found a lot, they distilled a lot, they tasted a lot and they fell down a lot. With a little bit of luck and a lot of help, they found two recipes they loved enough to not just want to serve at their own bar but to take to the rest of the country and the world. Read more
| Name | Nao Spirits Gin Greater Than London Dry 0.7L |
|---|---|
| Type | London Dry Gin |
| Size | 0,70 l |
| Alcohol content | 40.0% by volume |
| Country | India |
| Region | New Delhi |
| Vendor | Nao Spirits |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in New Delhi out of the passion of two bartenders, Greater Than London Dry Gin by Nao Spirits has placed India firmly on the global spirits map. A fascinating detail is found on its label, which proudly declares: ‘We didn’t invent gin. We made it greater in India.’ |
| Origin | New Delhi (India) |
| Production technique | Infusion of botanicals in neutral grain spirit, then distillation in a copper still (small batches) |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |

