Spring44 Old Tom Gin is a barrel-rested Old Tom gin from Loveland, Colorado, brought to proof with Rocky Mountain artesian spring water and aged in toasted American oak, bottled at 88 proof (44% ABV).
Spring44 takes its name from the Rocky Mountain artesian spring whose water goes into every bottle; founders Jeff Lindauer, Russ Wall and Jeff McPhie haul it back to the distillery in a 450-gallon tank. The Old Tom is rested in toasted American oak barrels after distillation, giving the classic, slightly sweeter Old Tom style a warm barrel character.
A rich, barrel-aged warm tan, it leads with juniper over a background of light ginger and vanilla. An herbal spice reminiscent of galangal and black pepper runs through the palate, and the tail is gently spicy and creamy with herbal brightness and a tinge of warm vanilla.
The silver tree label makes it a handsome gift.
Old Tom gin is a slightly sweeter style popular in the 19th century.
Barrel resting adds color, vanilla and roundness to gin.
Serve it neat or over a large ice cube like a whiskey.
It makes a classic Martinez with sweet vermouth.
Try it in a Tom Collins with lemon and soda.
Stir 1 oz each of gin, sweet vermouth and orange juice for a bright aperitif.
Mix it with fig preserves, lemon and ginger beer for a fall cocktail.
It also works in a gin Old Fashioned.
It is a great gift for barrel-aged spirit fans.
It is a fun bottle for Colorado lovers.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Juniper, light ginger, vanilla.
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Palate: Herbal spice, pepper.
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Finish: Creamy, warm vanilla.
Specifications
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Distillery: Spring44 Distilling, Loveland, Colorado
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Style: Old Tom gin, barrel rested
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Casks: Toasted American oak
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Water: Rocky Mountain artesian spring
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Proof / ABV: 88 proof (44% ABV)
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Region: Colorado, USA
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Stir a Martinez or Old Tom Collins, or shake 2 oz gin with lemon, orange or clementine juice, orange bitters and spiced honey syrup. It pairs with figs, charcuterie or ginger desserts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Tom gin?
A slightly sweeter, classic gin style.
How is it aged?
Rested in toasted American oak barrels.
Where does the water come from?
A Rocky Mountain artesian spring.
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