Perry’s Tot Navy Strength Gin 750ml

Perry’s Tot Navy Strength Gin is a powerhouse expression crafted by New York Distilling Company in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, bottled at a bold 57% ABV. Named in homage to M.C. Perry, the commandant of the Brooklyn Navy Yard circa 1941, this was the first Navy Strength gin available in the United States when it launched. It delivers a robust botanical profile anchored by classic juniper, balanced with layers of citrus from orange, lemon and grapefruit, alongside coriander, angelica, cinnamon, anise, cardamom and wildflower honey sourced from upstate New York.

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Nose: Assertive juniper leads with bright citrus zest and honeyed sweetness, backed by warm spice notes of cinnamon and cardamom. A hint of anise and floral honey adds depth without overpowering the classic gin character.

Palate: Full-bodied and intense, with strong juniper and coriander at the core, layered with grapefruit pith, lemon peel and orange oil. The wildflower honey provides a subtle sweetness that tempers the high proof, while cinnamon and cardamom contribute warming spice complexity. Despite the 114-proof strength, the texture remains smooth and well-integrated.

Finish: Long, powerful and warming, with lingering juniper, citrus oils and a gentle honey sweetness that fades into dry spice.

This gin excels in cocktails where you want the botanicals to stand up to dilution and mixers. It shines in a classic Gin and Tonic, where the high ABV cuts through tonic water and ice without losing character, delivering a juniper-forward serve with citrus brightness. It’s equally suited to stirred cocktails like a Navy Strength Martini or a potent Negroni, where the robust proof holds its ground against vermouth and Campari. The citrus and honey notes also make it a strong choice for sour-style serves such as a Bee’s Knees or Aviation.

Awarded 95 points by Saratoga Wine Exchange, Perry’s Tot has earned recognition among craft gin enthusiasts for its bold, uncompromising character. The distillery’s attention to detail extends beyond the liquid itself, with the image of Perry featured inside the bottle as a tribute to classic naval tradition, echoing Plymouth Gin’s historic bottle design.

This is a gin for enthusiasts who appreciate high-proof spirits that deliver intensity without harshness, home bartenders looking to elevate their cocktail game with a Navy Strength expression, and anyone seeking a distinctive craft gin from one of Brooklyn’s pioneering micro-distilleries. A standout choice for the gin lover who values boldness, balance and American craft distilling heritage.