Gin reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 928 Reddit reviews across 12 subreddits and 77 posts to rank the best Gin brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Gin, r/cocktails, r/bartenders, r/bullcity, r/japanlife. Top-rated brands include Tanqueray (4.4/5), Beefeater (4.2/5), Plymouth (4.5/5).

Stats

Reviews928

Subreddits12

Posts77

Brands81

Products22

Top communities

r/Gin488 r/cocktails370 r/bartenders40 r/bullcity10 r/japanlife7

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Tanqueray

4.4

(100)

"Tanqueray Ten is a phenomenal gin for the price."

"No. 10 is a phenomenal gin for the price."

"Tanqueray 10 and Fever Tree is my absolute reference for G&T."

"Tanqueray No. TEN"

"You can’t go wrong with a bottle of... Tanqueray No. Ten"

"For gin, I'm gonna say Tanqueray No.10 (not the regular) since you'll be able to get it pretty much anywhere in the world."

"Likes: Tanqueray No. 10."

"Tanqueray, Tonic Water (Fever Tree is the high quality stuff)..."

"Tanq."

"Hands down."

Beefeater

4.2

(99)

"I see Beefeater mentioned and has been popular for a very long time for good reason."

"Beefeater is my goto. Works in everything."

"My dad (84) has been drinking Beefeaters since 1959. He knows things."

"Solid choice"

"I’m a beefeater guy for almost every gin drink."

"Of preference, Beefeater - for last words, and everything."

"Beefeater is my go to.. for all gin things, actually."

"Beefeater, Fever Tree Indian Tonic Water, and a lemon wedge."

"Beefeater is the gold standard for mixing."

"Beefeater. Look no further."

Plymouth

4.5

(57)

"Plymouth Navy Strength is my go-to for gin-based liqueurs and amaros because of the high proof."

"Try Plymouth gin in a martini."

"If you've never made a negroni with Plymouth gin I HIGHLY recommend it."

"I love Plymouth. It's the only gin I've tried that I could drink neat."

"For a drink with a high proportion of gin, like the Clover Club, Plymouth is often the best."

"Plymouth is still my hands-down favorite."

"Plymouth is the gin you need."

"Plymouth for everything ever."

"The original recipe calls for Plymouth."

Roku

4.5

(51)

"It's been my favorite for G&Ts for a few summers now."

"Roku is my go-to."

"Roku, Nikka Coffey, Tanqueray 10, all solid choices."

"Roku is my favourite - reasonably priced in an attractive 6-sided bottle."

"Gin silk."

"Roku is amazing!!"

"I am a huge fan of Roku gin."

"Roku, Grey Whale, and Monkey 47 are my go to gins."

"Is by far my favorite."

"My normal go to Gin for Tonic is Roku."

The Botanist

4.5

(39)

"Completely agree - Botantist shines in a martini!"

"Botanist for martinis."

"I use Botanist for martinis"

"When it comes to martini botanist"

"Botanist for a Martini gin. Just keep it in the freezer and only take it out to be poured."

"Botanist for French 75"

"Botanist or Hendricks are our go tos along with Fever Tree tonic."

"I also love The Botanist gin."

"Very high on The Botanist or Citadel with Fever Tree Elderflower tonic"

"The Botanist or Drumshanbo."

Hendrick's

4.4

(40)

"I really enjoy a floral forward gin like Hendrick’s"

"Gordon Ramsey's Supersonic G&T, served at Gordon Ramsey Steak. Henricks Gin, Fever Tree tonic, grapefruit syrup, grapefruit juice, yuzu juice, pink peppercorns."

"Gin: Hendricks (cabaret), Bar Hill, Citadelle, Beefeater"

"If you find juniper flavor to be overpowering at first"

"It is sublime."

"It was great."

"This is my new top. Even above Midsummer."

"The house Carina G&T is made with Hendricks."

"Hendricks."

"Light gin"

Monkey 47

4.8

(28)

"French 75: Monkey 47"

"For a Gin and Tonic splurge, I have a 375 ml of Monkey 47."

"My vote is for Monkey 47"

"+1 on Monkey 47"

"Best all around: Monkey 47."

"Monkey 47 is probably the best gift gin, as it is pricier than most, but it's also very botanical forward."

"Monkey 47 is a superb gin. Top shelf, amazing nose and taste."

"Monkey 47 G & T at GinO12 bar in Milan"

"Monkey 47."

"If price isn't an object Monkey 47 100%. Cut above everything else. period."

Bombay Sapphire

4.0

(32)

"My favorite martini is Bombay Sapphire, with a twist of lime."

"Bombay Sapphire."

"I’m biased. EVERYTHING works perfectly with Sapphire."

"It’s definitely are favorite now."

"Also delicious"

"Bombay dry is the best cheapest cocktail gin always"

"I prefer the pronounced botanicals of Bombay"

"Bombay London Dry (not Sapphire) doesn’t gets enough love. It’s a work horse similar to Fords and it’s a good price point."

"Generally you want to try out some classic London Dry Gins like Bombay Saphire, Gordons, Beefeater and Tanqueray."

"Bombay Saphire is something you can't go wrong with."

Citadelle

4.2

(29)

"Citadelle is great."

"Citadelle is one of my favorites, specifically their Jardin D’ete"

"Citadelle, a French gin. Super duper smooth."

"Very high on The Botanist or Citadel with Fever Tree Elderflower tonic"

"Gin: Hendricks (cabaret), Bar Hill, Citadelle, Beefeater"

"My go-to gins for cocktails are Citadelle and Ford’s."

"My favorite."

"Cool to look into"

"I use Citadelle in a Negroni"

"Citadelle is always my vote."

#10

Gordon's

3.6

(28)

"My preferred in this application is Gordon’s. It’s cheap, readily available, good for the price and great for experimentation."

"Don’t sleep on the OG Ian Fleming choice Gordon’s"

"Go to's for cocktails"

"Something cheap like Gordon’s. The tea will overpower any gin flavors."

"I’d use Gordon’s gin and a bergamot extract."

"I’m never disappointed when I get served Gordon’s."

"Cheaper gins really shine in a G&T, so Gordon's or Beefeater are solid choices."

"I really really like gordons, not necessarily just for the price but its actually really tasty in a negroni, gimlet, white lady, whatever"

"Gordon’s is amazing for the price - college student."

"I'm happy with a Gordons"

#11

Ford's

4.0

(24)

"Best for Martini’s and most cocktail: Fords."

"G&T? Ford's. Martini? Botanist. French 75? Ford's."

"My go-to gins for cocktails are Citadelle and Ford’s."

"Great too"

"Try Fords."

"Martini: Tanqueray 10 or Ford’s"

"My go to for multi purpose cocktails is Ford’s."

"Fords is very versatile"

"Next, Fords."

"In the case of a G&T, any good London dry or Plymouth gin works great, (beefeater, Tanq, boodles, Plymouth, Fords)."

#12

Drumshanbo

4.7

(20)

"Drumshanbo gunpowder makes what I consider the best Negroni too."

"I second Drumshambo Gunpowder Gin."

"Otherwise my go-to is Drumshanbo"

"You can’t go wrong with a bottle of Drumshanbo"

"Drumshanbo Gunpowder gin has some really cool gifty bottles right now, and some unique flavors."

"The Botanist or Drumshanbo."

"Drumshanbo for sure, the bottle is really pretty and the gin is excellent."

"Likes: Drumshanbo (all flavors)."

"I try to always keep on hand."

"Lovely"

#13

Barr Hill

4.3

(20)

"A bees knees with the Barr Hill!!"

"Yes Barr hill makes a killer French 75!"

"Are all we buy."

"I did an event with Todd from Barr Hill years ago."

"Barr Hill makes one of the world's most perfect Martinis."

"Smoothest gin"

"Love Barr Hill Gin as it’s made with honey, makes it a little sweet."

"If you're in the Northeast, check out Barr Hill."

"Barr Hill Gin uses raw honey after distillation to a base spirit of corn, distilled with juniper."

"Barr hill is made with honey as a base and I see it as available in utah"

#14

Sipsmith

4.3

(19)

"Makes an absolutely stellar 2:1 martini"

"Are all we buy."

"Definitely Tanq or Sipsmith on the Negronis, Last Word, or other equal parts stuff."

"I recommend Sipsmith with Fevertree Light as a 'gateway' G&T."

"Their VJOP is great as well if you want to kick it up a notch."

"Sipsmith is definitely a favorite in our home"

"I prefer 50 Pounds or Sipsmith when it comes to great dry gins for cocktails."

"Other solid options: Sipsmith."

"Sipsmith is a good one"

"Sipsmith and Botanist are also excellent for a martini."

#15

Broker's

4.1

(17)

"Broker’s. It’s an excellent London Dry for experimenting with cocktails and usually moderately priced."

"I like Brokers, myself."

"Broker's, Beefeater, Tanqueray, Bombay Original, Ford's, or Sipsmith."

"Brokers is my go-to"

"Broker's was the first gin I ever tried in a Gin and Tonic, years ago. I remember liking it quite a bit."

"Is good and affordable."

"Just over $20: -Broker's -City of London -Ford's -Beefeater"

"A juniper bomb that is well suited to a gin and tonic."

"It's reasonably priced and my god it's just about perfect with tonic."

"Brokers is legit for martinis."

#16

Gin Mare

4.7

(13)

"Rooftop bar of the Watergate Hotel, it was Gin Mare and 1724 tonic"

"To amplify herbal notes Gin Mare."

"I love gin."

"Examples include Gin Mare and Poli Marconi 42, both of which already contain some basil, rosemary and thyme."

"Gin Mare."

"Love ginmare must try it’s from Spain."

"Try Gin Mare, just a straight up punch of basil and rosemary."

"My daily driver and my go to rec for new people."

"Favorites"

"Gin and tonic, gin mare definitely"

#17

Tanqueray No. 10

4.7

(11)

"If I had to choose one gin to stock my home bar with, I would go with Tanqueray No 10. Much bigger notes of juniper and citrus that will work really well in all of cocktails you listed."

"Tanqueray no. 10 is more citrusy."

"Ditto Tanqueray No. 10 if you haven’t tried it."

"My daily drinker is Tanquiray no 10."

"Tasty"

"Absolute favourite basic gin"

"If you're feeling fancy"

"I’d rather reccomend Tanqueray 10 or Bombay sapphire"

"I like to keep it simple and use Tanqueray 10."

"Tanqueray 10"

#18

Gray Whale

4.2

(12)

"For an ocean spray French 75, Gray Whale."

"I try to always keep on hand."

"Edit: Gray Whale gin. Oops."

"Gray Whale, under $40."

"Gray Whale."

"Both fit."

"Adding Gray Whale to the list."

"Gray Whale, The Botanist, any Hendricks except Flora Adora."

"2 Gins that have always been in my cabinet for the last 4 years are Gray Whale and any kind of Drumshambo."

"Gray Whale is great for G&T if you like citrusy notes."

#19

St. George

4.5

(10)

"It gives you the impression of walking through a pine forest on a brisk foggy morning."

"My favorite last words bar none, are with St. George Terrior."

"Fantastic"

"I’m a big fan of St. George"

"St George is one of my favorites."

"St. George Terroir. It smells like an evergreen forest."

"If they like non-London Dry profiles, then St. George Bontanivore."

"Depending on where you live, St George Terroir for the win."

"Are affordable and not too difficult to find."

"St. George Terroir is *hella* lemony."

#20

Boodles

4.2

(10)

"Boodles. My favorite for any cocktail."

"In the case of a G&T, any good London dry or Plymouth gin works great, (beefeater, Tanq, boodles, Plymouth, Fords)."

"I like Boodles"

"Try Fever Tree tonic and Boodles, 3:1 and lime."

"My preference for a Negroni is Boodles."

"I'm partial to Boodles."

"Boodles."

"Boodles is a decent choice."

#21

Bombay

3.4

(12)

"Bombay would be my recommendation. Less juniper forward than tanqueray, very smooth and good in everything from g&t to cocktails."

"Bombay is a bit softer on the palate than tanqueray and a good entry point imo."

"Bombay is a mainstay in my bar for exactly this reason. It's totally fine, inoffensive gin, it mixes great, and it's pretty cheap."

"I would suggest regular Bombay, Beefeater, or Plymouth - all pretty much neutral London dries."

"Of your list, Bombay."

"A little more balanced between the juniper and the other botanicals"

"Approachable (milder/more citrus forward)"

"Good if you want something drier"

"Highly overrated imo"

"Despise Bombay"

#22

Conniption

4.6

(9)

"Conniption is hands down my favorite out there."

"Conniption navy strength once won the world gin awards."

"Barrel aged conniption is the best gin I’ve had."

"I love their regular, and the navy strength."

"I hate gin except for Conniption. It’s that good."

"Of the four I think I’m more of a barrel aged or American dry gal. But they are all good."

"Conniption is pretty good if you want something "special" that's local."

"Conniption is absolutely not my jam…I prefer a London dry so it’s got way too much going on for me, and the Navy Strength is…well, navy strength. But it’s probably the best local choice for a gift."

"My martini go-to is Conniption Navy Strength."

#23

Bluecoat

4.4

(9)

"Bluecoat barrel finished. It’s one of my all-time favs and absolutely delicious."

"Bombay (white label), St. George Botanivore, Bluecoat."

"Bluecoat is all I drink these days."

"Bluecoat recommends exactly this to compliment their botanical profile, which is heavy citrus."

"In PA we have Bluecoat which I like very much as well"

"Bluecoat with Fever Tree Mediterranean Tonic…perfect (for me)."

"Bluecoat is always at my home bar"

"Bluecoat (citrusy) may all be up your alley."

"Great combo of value, good product, and a gorgeous bottle"

#24

Isle of Harris

4.8

(8)

"Isle of Harris would be my single pick for a gift as it's my all-time favorite for G&Ts"

"It’s my current favorite."

"If Isle of Harris is available where you are I would recommend that bottle."

"My personal favorite is Isle of Harris."

"Isle of Harris or Sacred."

"Isle of Harris, hands down."

"Favorite for G&Ts: Harris."

"Isle of Harris is delicious and has a nice looking bottle."

#25

Fords

4.1

(9)

"I vote for Fords. It’s what I use in drinks like sours and punches."

"Fords."

"London dry. Fords is current go to."

"Are great lower priced options."

"I always go back to Fords Gin and Tanqueray."

"I use fords for most things, Roku for more citrus notes, nolets or kurayoshi hakuto premium for floral notes"

"Fords."

#26

Nordes

5.0

(7)

"Nordes Gin. Fever Tree Indian. The best g and t on earth."

"Nordes Spanish gin, Fever Tree tonic."

"50 ml Nordes Gin, topped with fever tree indian tonic."

"Nordes (Spanish) makes a spectacular, unique, perfectly balanced negroni."

"Nordes is probably the most unique tasting gin I've ever had. It's much more floral than herbaceous, with a really nice texture."

"Nordes from Galicia Spain."

"Nordes."

#27

Hendricks

4.1

(8)

"Fevertree light and Hendricks is my go-to"

"For floral I’m looking at Hendricks."

"The flora adora version of Hendricks is like sipping a bouquet of flowers."

"If you can find a limited edition Hendricks they make good gifts."

"I’m thinking go with a Mediterranean or even maybe Hendricks orbium is a wormwood gin."

"Any hendricks gin."

"Hendricks."

"I like Hendricks, I like Plymouth, and I like Beefeater."

#28

Roku Gin

4.7

(7)

"Love Roku!"

"Roku is my all time favorite gin."

"I would recommend Roku."

"Japanese gin is pretty dang good if you like nolet, check out roku"

"My wife really loves Roku and Dolin's with a lemon twist."

"My personal favorite is Roku Gin because it’s the one gin I can drink without adding tonic or any other mixer."

"While i love roku, i don't think it will have a bold flavor like the other gins listed."

#29

Plymouth Gin

4.7

(7)

"Plymouth Gin is THE smooth..."

"Plymouth is my go to for smooth."

"Check out the distillery when you get a chance"

"Plymouth gang reporting in."

"I like Plymouth."

"Plymouth"

"I stock Plymouth solely for martinis."

#30

Malfy

4.0

(8)

"Any of the Malfy options will add a fruit forward/citric composition."

"I was never a gin fan but have stuck with Malfy, Drumshanbo, and Plymouth."

"If you’re in the Middle East, I would suggest Malfy."

"For a lemony gin, I’d go with Malfy Limone."

"I like the following: Malfy con limone."

"Malfy Rosa."

"I can drink Malfy on the rocks, particularly the blood orange."

"Malfy"

#31

Tanqueray 10

4.6

(7)

"Tanqueray 10 has an excellent balance of juniper and citrus."

"I would say go ahead and get the Tanqueray 10."

"Hard to beat Tanqueray 10 in a vesper."

"Tanqueray 10."

"I really like Tanqueray 10 for a negroni."

"Drumshanbo and Tanq 10 are another couple of ones I tend to reach for."

"Plymouth/tanq10"

#32

Kirkland

4.0

(8)

"Kirkland London Dry Gin from Costco is better than ‘good enough’ *and* it’s economical"

"I seriously, seriously love the Kirkland dry gin for a Negroni."

"I just love the Costco/Kirkland London Dry Gin for my G&T."

"I like Kirkland London Dry Gin and it's a staple on my bar shelf."

"Kirkland London Dry Gin and it's a staple on my bar shelf."

"Kirkland London Dry Gin from Costco"

"Tanqueray standard or Kirkland signature London dry (pretty cheap but actually good)."

"Kirkland London Dry from Costco."

#33

Tanq 10

4.8

(6)

"Tasty"

"Tanq 10 for a special one."

"Tanq 10 was the best, with Bombay Sapphire a sweeter tasting close second."

"Absolute favourite basic gin"

"Tanq 10."

#34

Hayman's

4.1

(7)

"For something sweeter."

"An excellent choice equal to Brokers"

"Fantastic gin"

"Hayman’s is also a good choice."

"Haymans"

"Haymans old tom"

"Not a fan of their Old Tom, it tastes like their London Dry but more bitter."

#35

New Amsterdam

4.0

(7)

"I can't believe no one has mentioned New Amsterdam!"

"I keep New Amsterdam in my home bar. You cannot beat the price point!"

"I've always said that New Amsterdam gin punches WAY above its price point."

"New Amsterdam's gin (nothing else of theirs) is also a solid cheap bottle."

"Affordable"

"I was gifted a bottle of New Amsterdam and it mixed perfectly fine in cocktails and is apparently fairly inexpensive"

"If you’re new to gin New Amsterdam is maybe a bit more approachable. It’s a bit more mild of a gin flavor."

#36

Aviation

3.9

(7)

"My one gin that is always at hand is Aviation."

"I really like aviation for martinis and things that you will taste the gin more."

"Sad times. Aviation is good too if that’s available near you."

"I found Aviation to be an easy way to start drinking gin."

"I’d probably go Aviation."

"1. Aviation 2. Tanqueray Rangpur 3. Tanqueray 4. Beefeater 5. G & J Greenall's"

"Aviation is the only bottle I've been disappointed with as it was too light in flavor."

#37

Fever Tree

4.2

(6)

"A good tonic is just as if not more important, can’t go wrong with fever tree (the reduced sugar one in the US)."

"My favorite combo is Portobello Road and Fever tree."

"Saigon bagur and fevertree is my favourite"

"Tanqueray and Fever Tree Tonic would be relatively affordable and always a solid choice"

"The blue fever tree tonic is what you needs."

"Fever tree is good tonic, especially the Mediterranean one if you dislike bitterness and enjoy citrus."

#38

Junipero

3.8

(6)

"I like Junipero, I find it tasty but clean."

"Junipero."

"I would suggest St George Terroir or Junipero."

"Junipero gin."

"Junipero & Boodles"

"Junipero"

#39

Uncle Val's

4.6

(5)

"Strong lemon"

"At $27"

"Delicious"

"Would be perfect!!"

"Worth a try"

#40

St George Terroir

4.4

(5)

"More piney than juniper, but if you want to taste a forest, look for St. George Terroir."

"St George Terroir - it's like drinking a Christmas tree."

"St. George terroir."

"I would suggest St George Terroir or Junipero."

"Try our St George Terroir."

#41

Botanist

4.4

(5)

"Botanist. It's the best gin for everything."

"Botanist is great gin."

"I think Botanist (very botanically balanced) may all be up your alley."

"Botanist or g'vine nouaison."

"Botanist would work nicely."

#42

Nolet's

4.4

(5)

"I think my gin recommendation anyway would be using Nolets. Probably my favorite gin to drink rn."

"Right now. Nolet + Dolin 2.5:0.5 lemon peel"

"Nolets. It’s delicious."

"If you prefer floral and bright, consider Nolet’s."

"Notes of rose petal and apricot"

#43

Gray Whale Gin

4.2

(5)

"I prefer Gray Whale Gin, its on the pricier side but its SO GOOD"

"I’ve been enjoying Gray Whale right now."

"Other solid options: Grey Whale."

"I like gray whale."

"Gray Whale is fantastic- makes an amazing martini"

#44

Empress Gin

4.0

(5)

"Empress gin for me"

"Empress"

"I like empress"

"Empress Gin ♡"

"Empress is fun for a gift"

#45

Beefeater Gin

4.0

(5)

"Of those generic off the shelf gins, I'd pick Beefeater."

"I’m a Beefeater’s guy in general."

"I'd have to say Beefeater since it's affordable."

"Beefeater Gordon’s New Amsterdam."

"I usually ask for one of the top 3-4 they just rattle off, like Beefeater, Bombay, Tanqueray."

#46

Ki No Bi

4.8

(4)

"Very refreshing especially with soda and a splash of lemon!"

"I’d say if you have the cash, get ki no bi and any other local Japanese gin."

"Ki No Bi is another terrific gin that you might like."

"Kinobi, wabigin and roku."

#47

Empress

4.5

(4)

"I like Empress, mostly because they’re pretty lol."

"This is subjective, of course, but Empress is excellent in this drink."

"Empress might be a good option."

"For the colour."

#48

Gunpowder Irish Gin

4.3

(4)

"Gunpowder Irish gin is my favorite, definitely recommend."

"I really like Gunpowder for cocktails."

"Also the Gunpowder Irish Gin."

"Love me some gunpowder Irish gin!"

#49

Martin Miller's

4.3

(4)

"None"

"For something a little less unique, I’d say Martin Miller."

"Martin Miller's Westbourne Gin."

"Longtime Martin Miller’s fan."

#50

St. George Botanivore

4.3

(4)

"St. George Botanivore is my favorite all around."

"St George Botanivore or Cotswold are my standard go tos"

"And adding some of their Basil Brandy."

"St. George Botanivore and Terroir Unique flavor profile"

#51

Four Pillars

5.0

(3)

"Olive leaf gin that tastes great with reg or Mediterranean Fever Tree, some fresh muddled rosemary and a lemon slice"

"Four Pillars"

#52

ADAMUS

5.0

(3)

"Adamus high end and delicious Portuguese gin."

"Some of the ones I don't see posted often here, so I would assume they're not very well-known."

"ADAMUS GIN from Portugal"

4.0

(2)

"Beefeater 24 is a workhorse."

"Beefeater 24 is like $30 a liter and my go-to."

#81

Bulldog

4.0

(2)

"Favorite for G&Ts: Bulldog."

"Bulldog is a pretty good cheap gin."

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