Navy Strength refers to the historical Royal Navy practice of testing spirits by mixing them with gunpowder - if the mixture still ignited, the alcohol was 'proof' and safe to store near explosives. At 59.9% ABV, this gin meets that traditional standard and represents the highest strength gin produced in Australia. This intense alcohol content means it won't be diluted when mixed with tonic, delivering a more robust and flavour-packed G&T than standard gins.

While this gin can be enjoyed neat for the adventurous drinker, it truly shines when properly diluted. Adding just a drop of water opens up the palate and reveals the complex spice profile hidden beneath the initial peppery intensity. For cocktails, the high alcohol content means it won't get lost when mixed with tonic or other mixers, creating exceptionally flavourful drinks that maintain the gin's botanical character.

This organic gin showcases intense juniper and lime aromas that evolve into exotic spices on the palate. The initial impression is peppery and dry, reflecting the gin's navy strength character, but the complexity unfolds with citrus and herbaceous notes. The small-batch distillation process allows these botanicals to be expressed more intensely than in lower-proof gins, creating a more concentrated flavour experience.

Blind Tiger Navy Strength has earned impressive recognition across Australia's major spirit competitions, including a Gold Medal at the Perth Royal Distilled Spirits Awards and Silver Medals at both the Royal Australian Spirit Awards and Melbourne Royal Australian Distilled Spirits Awards. This consistent recognition across multiple prestigious competitions demonstrates the gin's exceptional quality and craftsmanship in the competitive Australian spirits market.

Absolutely - navy strength gins are actually preferred by many bartenders for classic cocktails because they maintain their botanical character even when heavily diluted with mixers or ice. The 59.9% ABV ensures that cocktails like Negronis, Martinis, or G&Ts retain the gin's flavour profile rather than becoming watery. However, you may want to adjust proportions slightly since this gin packs significantly more punch than standard 40% ABV gins.