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World Gin Awards 2025

Winners

Download the World Gin Awards 2024 Medallist and Country Winners List Here

World's Best Classic Gin

World's Best Classic Gin
Country Winner
Comhla
Handcrafted Scottish Gin
Scotland

"This gin presents a shy yet clean nose with a hint of dusty elegance and a subtle woody note reminiscent of moss. On the palate, it showcases a classic blend of juniper, coriander, and citrus, accompanied by chilli heat and slight bitterness. While the flavours are complex, they lack full integration, leading to a balanced yet somewhat short and dry finish."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

Argentina

Country Winner
Country WinnerFlipá
London DryArgentina
"This gin presents a subtle nose and aroma, offering delightful light flavours that are classical in style. The palate features light juniper and citrus notes, complemented by a pleasing texture. However, it could benefit from a bit more edge and a stronger presence of juniper to enhance its overall character."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

Australia

Country Winner
"This gin presents an oily and peppery profile, with a punchy character and an abundance of botanicals. Despite its high ABV, it remains well-balanced and not harsh. The palate offers a warm and thick mouthfeel, complemented by herbal and perfumed notes, creating a complex yet harmonious tasting experience."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold
Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver
Silver
Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

Austria

Country Winner
Country WinnerAX Elixir
X1 GinAustria
"This gin presents a well-balanced profile with a lovely aroma and complex flavours. The palate reveals floral and woody notes, complemented by a dark chocolate sweetness that balances any spiciness. While it lacks prominent juniper notes, the heat enhances the mouthfeel. Overall, it offers a delightful combination of dusty cocoa powder, hints of pine, and citrus, making it interesting and delicious."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

Belgium

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver
Silver

Brazil

Country Winner
Country WinnerO'Gin
Brazilian Dry GinBrazil
"The gin presents a very light aroma, requiring effort to detect notes of citrus and a hint of cardboard. However, the palate is somewhat improved, showcasing citrus, sherbet, and light juniper. While the gin is fresh, crisp, and lively, it features a spiciness that is somewhat overpowering, leading to a lack of balance with the juniper."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

Canada

Country Winner
Country WinnerAnohka
Timeless Dry GinCanada
"The gin presents a hard character with an aggressive nose tickle, yet it achieves better balance on the palate. It is fresh and lively initially, but the palate becomes overly spicy, drying out quickly. The finish is notably short, although it maintains a nice masculine balance with a dry, spicy conclusion."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

China

Country Winner
Country WinnerThe Rambler
Rare SpecimenChina
"The gin presents hints of lemon, citrus, and pine on the nose, complemented by sweet orange peels and dolly mixture. On the palate, it features hits of juniper, followed by herbal notes and citrus sweetness, though it feels slightly thin and lacks complexity. While there are sharp and tropical citrus notes, the overall gin character is somewhat subdued."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

Denmark

Country Winner
Country WinnerCopenhagen
Original ginDenmark
"This gin presents a soft nose with inviting sweet citrus notes, including tangerine and a hint of vanilla and waffle. On the palate, it offers a creamy mouthfeel with light vanilla and juniper, followed by warming peppercorn and baking spices. The finish is well-balanced, featuring sweet orange, cinnamon, and a refreshing alpine touch, resulting in a complex and warming experience."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

England

Country Winner
Country WinnerUnion XV
Classic Global GinEngland
"This gin presents a soft, quiet nose featuring light curry leaves, with juniper and coriander aromas complemented by an earthy, slightly bitter scent. On the palate, herbal notes emerge alongside juniper and allspice, revealing earthy bitterness and bark notes that develop towards the finish. The balance of spice and citrus is decent, with a warm, prickly finish."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

Estonia

Country Winner
Country WinnerKingsmill
Distilled GinEstonia
"This gin presents a classic nose, showcasing pure and simple aromas of fresh juniper and clementine. On the palate, it offers a soft and delicate experience with a gentle kiss of juniper and citrus, complemented by subtle spices. The overall profile is fresh, crisp, and very well balanced, making it a quietly impressive and true classic."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

France

Country Winner
Country WinnerAwen Nature
KanolFrance
"A shining example of a classic, juniper-forward gin. Well-balanced; cleanly and expertly distilled. Oily juniper on the palate with cedar and some woody and floral notes such as chamomile. Excellent alcohol integration."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver
Silver
Busnel
GinFrance
Silver
Silver
Silver
Silver
Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze
Bronze
Bronze
Lône
DryFrance
Bronze
Bronze

Germany

Country Winner
Country WinnerLindwurm Gin
Sommer-EditionGermany
"This gin presents a lush texture with a bold nose of peppery cardamom and citrus, complemented by angelica. On the palate, it showcases a harmonious blend of juniper, green cardamom, and pine, with floral and sweeter notes. While it feels less alcoholic, the drying effects of fennel and a hint of liquorice add complexity, making it very drinkable."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold
Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver
Bene
DryGermany
Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

Greece

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

India

Country Winner
Country Winner Jaisalmer
Gold GinIndia
"This gin presents an inviting nose of sweet lemon curd and aromatic spices, complemented by a medium-intense profile featuring liquorice and wood. On the palate, it offers a lush texture with savoury dried chilli and earthy botanicals, alongside juniper and woody tones. The finish is very dry, smoky, and peppery, creating a tight and complex experience."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

Ireland

Country Winner
Country WinnerAhascragh Distillery
Xin GinIreland
"This gin presents a juniper-led profile that is rich and creamy, offering a lovely texture. While it is not overly sweet, it carries a significant heat that adds vibrancy. The palate features a long length of mouthwatering acidity, complemented by a pleasing dryness, making for a well-rounded tasting experience."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

Italy

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze
Bronze

Japan

Country Winner
"This gin presents a lovely, elegant nose of floral cherry blossom, sweet and enveloping yet balanced. On the palate, it showcases a complex blend of citrus, juniper, and vanilla, complemented by spicy undertones. Despite its bold 47% ABV, it remains gorgeously smooth, leading to a long, satisfying finish that lingers delicately, making it a truly enjoyable experience."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver
Silver
Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze
Bronze
Bronze

New Zealand

Country Winner
Country WinnerAwildian
Coromandel Dry GinNew Zealand
"This gin presents an oily citrus profile, complemented by a touch of sweetness and waxiness. On the nose, it is very classy, while the palate reveals a sophisticated character with added pepper. Although the alcohol is well-integrated, the pepperiness becomes somewhat dominant, extending into the finish and overshadowing the other flavours."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

Poland

Country Winner
Country Winner24 Herbs
GinPoland
"This gin presents a very shy nose, offering subtle aromas. On the palate, it is pretty traditional and dry, making it likely to pair well with most tonics. However, the alcohol content feels a bit too pronounced, resulting in a slight bite that may not be ideal for all drinkers."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

Romania

Country Winner
Country WinnerWolfpack Gin
Dry Gin No.4Romania
"The gin presents a very classy nose, featuring ripe berries, fruit, and warm spices. However, on the palate, it shifts to a more traditional profile, becoming less fruity and showcasing a stronger emphasis on spices. Additionally, the alcohol content feels a bit too pronounced, resulting in a noticeable bite."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

South Africa

Country Winner
Country WinnerImagin
ClassicSouth Africa
"This gin presents a good balance with a soft, elegant character, offering a pleasant twist on a classic style. The palate showcases excellent mouthfeel and a chewy texture, complemented by a long, soft, dry finish. While the nose is not very intense, the palate is quite spicy. Overall, it is clean and lively, likely excellent when mixed with tonic."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold
Imagin
ClassicSouth Africa

SILVER WINNERS

Silver
Old Buck
Dry GinSouth Africa

Switzerland

Country Winner
Country WinnerGin d'EI
London Dry GinSwitzerland
"This gin presents a clean, linen-fresh aroma reminiscent of fabric conditioner, featuring Alpine herbs, juniper, fennel fronds, and light citrus. On the palate, it is soft and delicate with a gentle sherbet edge, showcasing a dominant cardamom presence that leads to a peppery finish. While it lacks complexity, it embodies a contemporary style where less is sometimes more."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

United Kingdom

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

United States

Country Winner
Country WinnerSwilled Dog
Mon Forest Reserve Dry GinUnited States
"The gin presents a very quiet and light nose, featuring some cooked spice and a hint of citrus. However, the palate is rather short, hot, and harsh, with notes of citrus and dried burdock. It leans more towards spices than freshness, lacking the classical gin profile, and shows slight acidity and wet cardboard on the nose, with minimal juniper presence."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold
Gold