🥃 Tanqueray No. Ten
The premium Tanqueray gin, launched in 2000: made with whole fresh citrus and chamomile; 47.3% ABV according to Difford's Guide.
Tanqueray No. Ten is the premium line of the Tanqueray brand, launched in 2000. The base is the same as London Dry, but fresh citrus and chamomile are added, so the gin is more aromatic. Difford's Guide gives the strength as 47.3% ABV. The name comes from pot number 10 at the distillery.
According to Difford's Guide, the first distillation takes place in a small still called Tiny Ten, which produces the citrus heart; the second takes place in the larger Old Tom pot still, together with wheat spirit and botanicals. The citrus base uses fresh oranges, limes and grapefruit rather than dried peels. The producer describes the Tiny Ten still as a copper still holding 500 litres, and the output as small batches.
Why this matters to you. No. Ten is a more aromatic, citrus alternative to the classic London Dry, and it is also stronger. For comparison, look at the brand's fruit lines too, including Rangpur and Flor de Sevilla. The WHO reminds us that there is no safe amount of alcohol.
Facts
| Year founded | line launched in 2000 (according to Difford's Guide) |
|---|---|
| Distillation method | two distillations: the citrus heart in Tiny Ten, the second in Old Tom |
| Raw material | juniper, coriander, angelica, liquorice, chamomile, fresh citrus; wheat spirit |
| Alcohol (% vol.) | 47.3% ABV according to Difford's Guide |
How it connects to Spirits
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Links
- What it affects
- 🍷 Alcohol and health, 🍷 Drunk driving
- Part of
- 🥃 Tanqueray, 🍸 Distilled gin, 🍸 Gin
- Similar and different
- 🥃 Tanqueray Blackcurrant Royale, 🥃 Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla, 🥃 Tanqueray London Dry, 🥃 Tanqueray Blackcurrant Royale, 🥃 Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla, 🥃 Tanqueray London Dry, 🥃 Tanqueray Rangpur, 🥃 Tanqueray Rangpur, 🥃 Bombay Sapphire Gin
Frequently asked questions
Is No. Ten really made with whole fresh citrus rather than dried peel?
Yes, according to Difford's Guide: fresh oranges, limes and grapefruit rather than dried peels.
Why is it stronger than other Tanqueray gins?
The guide gives 47.3% ABV, against 41.3% for the classic; check your bottle, as labels can differ by market.
Where does the name come from?
From pot number 10 at the distillery.
What is the Tiny Ten still?
The small still for the first distillation, which produces the citrus heart; the producer says it is a 500-litre copper still.
Which drinks suit it best?
A martini or a gin and tonic, with a simple garnish so the citrus comes through.
What to read next
- 🥃 Tanqueray Blackcurrant Royale — Berry line of Tanqueray: gin flavoured with French blackcurrant, vanilla and black orchid; 41.3% ABV according to Difford's Guide.
- 🍷 Alcohol and health — Alcohol in any drink is harmful in large amounts, and the risks grow with the quantity.
- 🥃 Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla — Orange-led Tanqueray gin from April 2018, flavoured with Seville orange essence; 41.3% ABV, per Difford's Guide.
- 🥃 Tanqueray London Dry — The main Tanqueray line: a dry London gin with juniper, coriander and angelica; 41.3% ABV according to Difford's Guide, varying by market.
- 🥃 Tanqueray Rangpur — Citrus line of Tanqueray from 2006: Rangpur lime, ginger and bay leaf were added to the London Dry recipe; 41.3% ABV according to Gin Guild.
Similar
🥃 Tanqueray Blackcurrant Royale · 🥃 Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla · 🥃 Tanqueray London Dry · 🥃 Tanqueray Rangpur · 🥃 Gordon's Sicilian Lemon · 🥃 Gordon's London Dry Gin
⚠️ Spirit drinks contain alcohol and are for adults only. Alcohol harms health. Do not drink during pregnancy or before driving; check the label for ingredients and possible allergens.
Sources
- Difford's Guide: Tanqueray No. Ten Gin (47.3 % alc./vol.; launched 2000; fresh citrus, camomile; first distillation in Tiny Ten, second in Old Tom)
- Tanqueray (official site): No. TEN Gin (citrus heart distilled in the 500-litre copper still Tiny Ten; small-batch runs; grapefruit, citrus, camomile)
- Regulation (EU) 2019/787 on spirit drinks (OJ L 130, 17.5.2019), Art. 2 and Annex I (gin, liqueur)
- WHO/Europe: No level of alcohol consumption is safe for our health (04.01.2023)