Tanqueray Malacca Gin
Tanqueray · Cameronbridge Distillery
Originally released in 1997 and then discontinued, Malacca was revived due to bartender demand. Named for the Strait of Malacca — the historic spice trade route — it represents a gentler, more aromatic approach to gin that sits beautifully between Old Tom sweetness and London Dry austerity. Ideal for those who find classic Tanqueray too bracing.
Nose
Citrus-forward with pronounced grapefruit and lemon zest, followed by soft juniper and a warm cassia bark sweetness. Gentle floral notes and a hint of coriander seed emerge with time.
Palate
Softer and rounder than classic London Dry profiles. Juniper is present but takes a supporting role behind citrus peel, ginger warmth, and a subtle sweetness. The mouthfeel is almost creamy, with chamomile and nutmeg in the background.
Finish
Medium length, clean, with lingering grapefruit pith and a gentle peppery fade.
- Style
- Citrus-forward aromatic gin
- Botanicals
- Juniper, coriander, cassia bark, ginger, grapefruit peel, chamomile, lemon peel
- Base Spirit
- Neutral grain spirit
- Distillation
- Pot-distilled using Tanqueray's original copper pot still ('Old Tom')
Cocktail Suggestion
Malacca Breeze — 2 oz Tanqueray Malacca · 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice · 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur · 0.5 oz fresh lime juice · Shake with ice, strain into a chilled coupe, garnish with a grapefruit twist.
Food Pairing
Lemongrass and ginger steamed shrimp dumplings
Inspired by Charles Tanqueray's 19th-century travels along the Strait of Malacca spice route, this recipe was revived from the Tanqueray family archives and re-released after a cult following among bartenders kept demand alive for nearly two decades.
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