Two James Spirits Old Cockney Gin
Two James Spirits Old Cockney Gin is a 750mL gin at 41% ABV (82 proof), made in Corktown, Detroit, Michigan in a botanically forward London dry style. The producer's spec line gives the base as a blend of corn and organic winter wheat, and the botanical list runs heavy on juniper with coriander, orange peel, orris root, yellow gentian, hyssop, angelica root, black peppercorn and star anise. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor.
- ABV: 41% (82 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Style: Botanically forward, London dry-style gin (official headline)
- Botanicals: Juniper, coriander, orange peel, orris root, yellow gentian, hyssop, angelica root, black peppercorn, star anise (producer list)
- Origin: Two James Spirits, Corktown, Detroit, Michigan, USA
London Dry Style, Bottled in Corktown
Old Cockney is Two James' love letter to the classic London gin profile — juniper first, citrus and florals over an earthy root base, finished with peppercorn and anise spice — made in Detroit rather than London. See the full range on the Two James Spirits vendor page or browse more gin and spirits.
Tasting Notes
From the producer: black pepper, spring soil, dried lemon peel, bergamot, star anise and matcha.
How to Enjoy
A dry Martini to let the juniper lead, or a Gin and Tonic with a lemon-peel twist that picks up the citrus botanicals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it a London Dry Gin? It is a Detroit-made gin in the London dry style, per the producer — the style, not a London origin.
What is the base spirit? The producer's spec line describes a blend of corn and organic winter wheat.
Is this the barrel-rested version? No — this is the unaged Old Cockney Gin; the Barrel Reserve is a separate, oak-rested bottling.
Classic juniper structure from a Detroit still — pick up Old Cockney Gin online at Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.