Blue Curaçao is always seen as a low-category product. Nowadays, people think that those who use blue Curaçao only care about the color, don't care about the taste, or won't notice the inferior quality.
I find Ford’s Gin fruitier than Bombay Sapphire, yet something in its structure feels absent — as if the spirit were holding back a layer it could reveal but chooses not to. It’s an underrated, reliable gin, competent in its clarity, but never fully committing to excellence. The 45% ABV is mild and doesn't have a strong odor.
I would say it's a good blend for making Golden Mac or other cocktails with honey, lemon and ginger. Not for drinking straight or in simpler recipes.
I even make a variation of the Golden Mac with my homemade pineapple liqueur.