Sipsmith V.J.O.P., short for Very Junipery Over Proof, is a bold, navy-strength London Dry gin from the Sipsmith distillery in London, bottled at 115.4 proof (57.7% ABV).
It starts with Sipsmith's classic London Dry recipe of ten botanicals, including English and Bulgarian coriander, orange peel and lemon peel, then doubles the juniper. Juniper goes in at three stages: macerated for three days, added again in the copper pot still, and vapor-infused through a Carter Head, so the flavor hits with maximum intensity.
The nose shows pine and cedar with a hint of zesty orange. The palate is rich and full of juniper, backed by warm spice and a touch of dark chocolate, and the finish is long, slow and dry. It won Silver Outstanding at the 2014 International Wine & Spirit Competition and Silver at the 2018 International Spirits Challenge.
It is a must-have gift for juniper-loving gin purists.
Navy-strength gins carry their botanicals boldly, even when diluted with tonic or vermouth.
Its intense juniper makes it a favorite of bartenders for classic cocktails.
A few drops of water open the citrus and spice.
Try it in a Gimlet with fresh lime cordial.
It is a gift that gin enthusiasts will remember.
A Martini made with V.J.O.P. and a lemon twist is a juniper lover's dream.
Serve it well chilled to tame the strength and highlight the pine.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Pine, cedar, zesty orange.
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Palate: Rich juniper, warm spice, dark chocolate.
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Finish: Long, slow and dry.
Specifications
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Distillery: Sipsmith, London
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Style: Navy-strength London Dry gin
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Juniper: Doubled, added at three stages
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Botanicals: Ten, incl. coriander, orange and lemon peel
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Proof / ABV: 115.4 proof (57.7% ABV)
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Region: England
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Stir a powerful Martini or Negroni, or make a bold gin and tonic with an orange twist. It pairs with oysters, smoked fish or dark chocolate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does V.J.O.P. stand for?
Very Junipery Over Proof.
How is the juniper added?
In three stages: maceration, in the pot, and vapor infusion.
What is the proof?
115.4 proof (57.7% ABV).
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