Old Dominick Formula No.10 Gin 750ML

Description

Old Dominick Formula No.10 Gin 750ML is a barrel-aged American gin distilled in Memphis, Tennessee, bottled at 47.5% ABV (95 proof). What sets this expression apart from conventional gins is its 12-month barrel aging a process that deepens and rounds the spirit well beyond typical juniper-forward profiles. It earned a Silver medal at the 2023 Bartender Spirits Awards.

Quick Facts: ABV: 47.5% | Origin: Memphis, Tennessee, USA | Barrel-Aged 12 Months | Distillery: Old Dominick Distillery

Production & Heritage

Old Dominick Distillery operates out of Memphis, Tennessee, reviving a brand with deep roots in the region’s spirits history. Formula No.10 is distilled in a 200-year-old copper pot still using a recipe built around eight botanicals: juniper, coriander, angelica root, licorice root, grapefruit peel, chamomile, orris root, and ginger root. After distillation, the gin rests in barrels for 12 months an uncommon step that imparts additional depth, color, and complexity rarely found in the gin category. The copper pot still and extended maturation distinguish Formula No.10 from both traditional London Dry gins and most contemporary American craft gins.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Juniper leads decisively on the nose, followed by bright grapefruit citrus and a subtle herbal undercurrent from chamomile and angelica. The overall impression is complex without being overwhelming, with the barrel influence adding a warm, rounded quality to the aromatics.

Taste: The entry is smooth and mild on the tongue, opening with juniper and coriander before citrus and sweet licorice root emerge across the mid-palate. As the spirit develops, ginger root contributes a gentle warmth, while orris root lends a velvety, almost powdery texture. A slight peppery burn surfaces near the peak, adding dimension without harshness.

Finish: The finish is notably smooth and long, trailing off with sweet licorice, hints of black pepper, and lingering juniper. The barrel-aging contributes a soft, warm fadeout that separates Formula No.10 from sharper, unaged gins.

How to Drink Formula No.10

At 95 proof with barrel influence, Formula No.10 rewards neat sipping or over a single large ice cube, where the complexity of the aging and botanical blend can fully express itself. Its structure and botanical depth also make it a versatile cocktail gin:

• Negroni: The barrel-aged character and licorice sweetness stand up to Campari and sweet vermouth, creating a richer, more layered version of the classic.
• Gin & Tonic: The grapefruit peel and ginger botanicals harmonize naturally with quality tonic water, producing a balanced, aromatic serve.
• Martini: The smooth, round profile and juniper backbone shine in a stirred Martini, where the oak influence adds subtle warmth dry vermouth cannot provide alone.

Best For

• Gifting a gin enthusiast who already knows London Dry and wants something different
• Exploring barrel-aged spirits beyond whiskey and rum
• Elevating a home Negroni night with a distinctive American gin
• Introducing whiskey drinkers to the gin category through a familiar aged-spirit framework

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Formula No.10 taste like? Formula No.10 leads with classic juniper and coriander, transitions into sweet licorice and bright grapefruit citrus, and finishes with black pepper and a smooth, warm barrel-influenced fadeout. The 12-month aging gives it a rounder, deeper body than typical unaged gins.

How does Formula No.10 compare to Ransom Old Tom Gin? Both are barrel-aged American gins, but they take different approaches: Ransom Old Tom uses a combination of pot-distilled malt spirit and column-distilled grain spirit aged in wine barrels, resulting in a maltier, sweeter profile. Formula No.10 relies on a copper pot still and eight focused botanicals, yielding a drier, more juniper-forward gin with citrus and spice accents from its barrel rest.

Is Formula No.10 good for sipping neat? Yes the 12 months of barrel aging rounds the spirit significantly, and at 47.5% ABV it carries enough body to hold its own without a mixer. A few drops of water can open up the chamomile and grapefruit notes further.

Where is Formula No.10 made? Formula No.10 is produced at Old Dominick Distillery in Memphis, Tennessee. The gin is distilled in a 200-year-old copper pot still and barrel-aged on site for 12 months before bottling.

What foods pair well with Formula No.10? Smoked salmon benefits from the gin’s juniper and citrus brightness. Aged cheeses like Gruyre complement the barrel-derived warmth. Grilled shrimp with lemon highlights the grapefruit botanical. Dark chocolate echoes the licorice and ginger spice. Charcuterie boards with cured meats and pickled vegetables mirror the spirit’s herbal complexity.

What sizes does Formula No.10 come in? Formula No.10 is available in the standard 750ml bottle size.

Is Formula No.10 worth the price? Formula No.10 positions as a premium craft gin, justified by its copper pot still distillation, eight-botanical recipe, and uncommon 12-month barrel aging. Within the barrel-aged gin category, it represents strong value given the production complexity and proof.

Why Formula No.10?

Barrel-aged gins remain a small and distinctive category, and Formula No.10 stands out within it through its 12-month maturation and distillation in a 200-year-old copper pot still production details that go beyond marketing narrative. The eight-botanical recipe balances classic gin structure (juniper, coriander, angelica) with more unusual accents like chamomile and ginger root, giving the spirit both familiarity and surprise. Its Silver medal at the 2023 Bartender Spirits Awards speaks to real-world performance behind a bar, not just sipping appeal. For drinkers interested in what happens when gin meets barrel aging without losing its botanical identity, Formula No.10 delivers a genuinely different drinking experience.