Which brand of gin is best?

Our top picks
  • Best Contemporary Gin: Dorothy Parker American Gin.
  • Best Budget Contemporary Gin: Aviation American Gin.
  • Best Splurge Contemporary Gin: Hendrick's Gin.
  • Best London Dry Gin: Tanqueray London Dry Gin.
  • Best Budget London Dry Gin: Aria Portland Dry Gin.
  • Best Splurge London Dry Gin: Suncliffe Dry Gin.
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What is the number 1 gin in the world?

The Ginebra San Miguel brand is by far the world's most popular gin, selling more than 31 million 9-liter cases in 2020. Gordon's came in second with just under seven million cases sold.
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What is the best affordable gin?

The 10 Best Cheap Gins of 2022
  • Best Overall: Gordon's London Dry Gin at Drizly. ...
  • Best Western-Style Gin: New Amsterdam Gin at Drizly. ...
  • Best High-Proof: Booth's London Dry Gin at Drizly. ...
  • Best Sweet: ...
  • Best for a Gin and Tonic: ...
  • Best for Martinis: ...
  • Best for Fruity Cocktails: ...
  • Best for Hendrick's Drinkers:
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Is Bombay or Tanqueray gin better?

However, when it comes to choosing one over another, especially in a classic like the Gin and Tonic, it boils down to personal preference. “If you want to taste that strong typical flavor that gin has, I would go with Bombay or Tanqueray because of their juniper-heavy flavor and aromatic spice notes,” Tonelli says.
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Is Bombay good gin?

Bombay Sapphire Gin is one of the more popular premium gins on the market for a very good reason. This London dry gin is vapor-infused with a hand-selected bouquet of 10 botanicals. It one of those that is distinctly gin but not overwhelmingly flavored, which makes it ideal for mixing into any gin cocktail.
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10 Best Gins



Is Gordon's a good gin?

It's certainly an iconic gin with a long and rich history. Aside from its history, Gordon's is an affordable, mass produced and traditional London Dry Gin. At the low end of the market in terms of price, it compares well with supermarket own brands and makes a reasonable G&T.
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Is gin good for health?

The juniper berries in gin contain flavonoids, which can clean clogged arteries. It can also reinforce the connective tissues of the veins. Having moderate amounts of gin every day (one small glass) can decrease the risk of heart attacks and cardiovascular diseases.
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Is Tanqueray the best gin?

Tanqueray. Tanqueray is one of the best-selling gins in the world, and a superb (and affordable) example of the London dry category. The flagship expression combines bright flavors of juniper and citrus in equal proportions, making this a go-to bottle for cocktails.
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Is gin stronger than vodka?

In fact, the average ABV of vodka is virtually identical to that of gin (40%), though the upper extremes on vodka are a little more severe (95%vs 76%). As a result, it's safe to say that getting drunk on gin isn't much more difficult than getting drunk on vodka.
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What's the most expensive gin?

Jam Jar Gin Morus LXIV

It's no surprise the most expensive gin in the world comes from a nation of gin lovers. Distilled from the leaves of a single ancient Mulberry tree, this English gin takes more than two years to produce and is worth A$7,400 per bottle.
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What do you mix with gin?

20 gin mixers to try when you don't have (or like) tonic
  • GIN & GINGER. Ginger beer is a warming, spicy alternative mixer for gin. ...
  • GIN & VERMOUTH. Vermouth is the original 'mixer' for gin - in a Martini! ...
  • GIN & LIME. ...
  • GIN & GRAPEFRUIT. ...
  • GIN & PINK LEMONADE. ...
  • GIN & COKE. ...
  • GIN & SODA. ...
  • GIN & CRANBERRY JUICE.
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What are the 5 types of gin?

While there are a few outliers as well, these are the main five gin styles:
  • London Dry. Perhaps the most familiar and common gin style, London Dry dates back to the early 19th-century gin craze in England. ...
  • New World. ...
  • Plymouth. ...
  • Navy Strength. ...
  • Old Tom. ...
  • The Outliers. ...
  • By Way of Illustration….
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Is gin good for kidneys?

The juniper berries in gin contain elements which can help to fight infection and prevent heart disease, as well as improve the blood's circulation around the body; these powerful little seeds are a superfood, and also help to fight liver and kidney disease.
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Which country makes the best gin?

Did you know that over 70% of the gin enjoyed by Brits is distilled in Scotland? The tradition of Scottish gin production runs very deeply indeed.
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Is gin better than whiskey?

Is gin healthier than whiskey? Yes, in a way, gin is healthier than whiskey because it is made from a super fruit called juniper berries. It has a low-calorie count, and thanks to its botanical properties, the distillation process also gives health benefits.
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Is gin a ladies drink?

A gin and tonic is probably not considered to be one of the most 'manly' drinks out there like you could say about for instance some whiskeys. But gin and tonic is definitely not a feminine drink. A gin and tonic is an amazing cocktail for anyone who is looking for a strong but refreshing and slightly bitter drink.
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Which gin is the smoothest?

  • Best Overall: Sipsmith London Dry. ...
  • Best for Martinis: Tanqueray London Dry. ...
  • Best for Gin & Tonics: Bombay Sapphire Gin. ...
  • Best for Negronis: Monkey 47 Gin. ...
  • Best Budget: Hayman's London Dry. ...
  • Best Top Shelf: NOLET's Reserve Gin. ...
  • Best London Dry: Beefeater London Dry. ...
  • Best to Drink Neat: Gray Whale Gin.
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Is Beefeater a good gin?

While brands like Beefeater and Tanqueray are at the top of the list for a good London dry gin, there are other popular bottles. Bols Genever and Hayman's Old Tom Gin are still popular. Newer stars on the liquor shelf like Aviation and Hendrick's are as well.
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Is Tanqueray owned by Gordons?

In 1922 Tanqueray Gordon & Co. was acquired by the Distillers Company. In 1924 Gordon's began production of a 'Ready-to-Serve' Shaker Cocktail range, each in an individual shaker bottle.
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Is gin the healthiest alcohol?

Made from juniper berries, a type of “super fruit,” gin serves as one of the healthiest spirits ever created. It's low in calories, and the botanical properties that survive the distillation process present plenty of health-boosting reasons gin is healthy.
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Which is better Bombay Sapphire or Hendricks?

Although the alcohol content of Bombay at 94 proof is higher than that of Hendrick's at 88 proof, the nose on Hendrick's is hotter. Behind the alcohol comes aromas of lemon-lime citrus, pine forest, and sage. The alcohol kick on the first sip of Hendrick's is like drinking hot sauce.
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Should gin be kept in the fridge?

The best place to keep gin is in fact the fridge, according to the experts - especially if you don't have any ice to keep your spirit cool. A master distiller of gin told Good Housekeeping that gin is best served cold, so bottles should be kept in the fridge if you're expecting to drink them imminently.
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