About Bombay Sapphire
Bombay Sapphire is one of the world's most iconic gin brands, distilled at the historic Laverstoke Mill in Hampshire by the Bombay Spirits Company, a subsidiary of Bacardi. The brand's heritage stretches back to 1761 when Thomas Dakin created the original Warrington Dry Gin recipe at his Bridge Street distillery in Warrington – a recipe that proved so successful it was later chosen to become Bombay Gin. The Bombay Sapphire brand was launched in 1986 by International Distillers & Vintners, with Bacardi acquiring it in 1997. The distinctive name pays homage to gin's colonial history: "Bombay" references the Indian city where gin and tonic was popularised by the Royal Indian Armed Forces during the British Raj, while "Sapphire" refers to the Star of Bombay, a violet-blue gem mined in British Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), currently displayed at the Smithsonian Institution. The distillery at Laverstoke Mill is steeped in history – the site is recorded in the 1086 Domesday Book and was one of the world's main centres for banknote production, where the watermark was invented. Bacardi transformed the derelict mill into a state-of-the-art distillery and visitor experience, opening in October 2014 and achieving an 'Outstanding' BREEAM accreditation for sustainable design. Bombay Sapphire's distinctive flavour comes from ten carefully selected botanicals: almond, lemon peel, liquorice, juniper berries, orris root, angelica, coriander, cassia, cubeb, and grains of paradise. The gin is crafted using historic Carterhead stills named Tom and Mary (dating from the 1830s) alongside modern stills Henry and Victoria. The range now includes Bombay Bramble (blackberry and raspberry flavoured) and ready-to-drink cocktails like Citron Pressé. UK shoppers can find Bombay Sapphire at all major supermarkets. Grocefully helps you compare Bombay Sapphire prices across UK retailers, ensuring you get the best deal on this globally celebrated gin.