Tarsier Taipei Old Tom Gin is a refreshingly fruity Old Tom inspired by Taiwan balancing prized Oriental Beauty oolong tea with zesty kumquat, floral hibiscus, and aromatic ginseng, with a restrained hint of sweetness.

Part of Tarsier’s Southeast Asian backpacking journey, Taipei Old Tom celebrates Taiwan once named “Isla Formosa,” the Beautiful Island and its famous tea plantations. Oriental Beauty oolong (named by Queen Elizabeth II for its distinctive taste) brings fruity, floral, wild-honey, and tart notes, balanced with kumquat, hibiscus, and ginseng.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Light oolong tea aromas with floral notes
• Palate: Fruity with kumquat, hibiscus, and herbal complexity
• Finish: Restrained sweetness with lingering tea and floral character

Specs

• Style: Old Tom Gin Taiwan-inspired
• Key Botanicals: Oriental Beauty oolong tea, kumquat, hibiscus, ginseng
• Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Tarsier Taipei Old Tom taste like?

Refreshingly fruity with a restrained hint of sweetness light oolong tea aromas leading to floral notes, kumquat, hibiscus, and herbal complexity.

What is Oriental Beauty oolong?

A prized Taiwanese oolong tea, named by Queen Elizabeth II, with a fruity, floral, wild-honey, and tart character the signature tea botanical in this gin.

How should I serve it?

Best with a classic Indian tonic and a slice of grapefruit.

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