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World Gin Awards 2024

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
Niseko Distillery
ohoro Gin
Japan

"This gin features a clean, juniper-forward nose with resinous notes of juniper twig, complemented by citrus and garden herbs. The palate is a little bitter, dominated by piney and woody flavors. The finish is hot and bitter, with a lingering astringency. Overall, it presents simple, tidy flavors with subtle spices and herbs, encapsulating a sleek and classic profile."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

Argentina

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

Australia

Country Winner
Country Winner78 Degrees
Classic GinAustralia
"This gin features a prominent pine aroma complemented by lime and sweet candy notes. The palate is powerful with pine and lime, balanced by sweetness, leading to a finish with heat and potential bitterness. It's well-balanced with some complexity, offering a solid choice for bartenders. Fresh top notes precede spice, juniper, and coriander, with a soft mouthfeel combining sweet and citrus flavors, expanding into a broader range with floral and bramble accents."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

Austria

Country Winner
Country WinnerGin Klassik
Gin ClassicAustria
"This gin features a sweet, lemony citrus and sherbet aroma, complemented by green, leafy scents and crystallized orange. Herbal notes add to its freshness. The taste is characterized by oily juniper, a hint of spice, and a subtle earthiness, leading to a warm finish. The nose is powerful with a rich, juniper-forward complexity and sweet undertones. The palate enjoys a rich, velvety texture with balanced complexity. Fresh juniper dominates the flavor profile, with angelica and liquorice, offering a harmonious balance between alcohol warmth and sweetness."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

Belgium

Country Winner
Country WinnerFilliers
Classic GinBelgium
"This gin features a prominent citrus aroma with a clean, bright taste and lively spice. The nose combines Szechuan and Tellicherry pepper, nutmeg, and lemon zest, transitioning to bitter orange and grapefruit. The palate is fresh with green citrus fruit, while the finish is light with a refreshing bitterness from citrus zests. The gin is characterized by a beautiful, lifted citrus profile and a strong juniper presence."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

Brazil

Country Winner
Country WinnerVerve
GinBrazil
"This gin presents a complex profile with a nose featuring vegetal, compost-like scents, sweet juniper, and a hint of lemon. The palate is heavy and rich with oily juniper, white grapefruit, and a touch of heat, balanced by a creamy, lemon curd-like softness and a spicy finish. The clean, fresh aroma is complemented by a silky mouthfeel, with a blend of juniper, citrus, and coriander leading to a smooth, tangy finish."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold
Verve
GinBrazil

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

Canada

Country Winner
Country WinnerAnohka
Timeless Dry GinCanada
"This gin features a medium-intensity nose with scents of lemon peel, juniper, and orange peel. On the palate, it presents a medium-full body with a silky texture, showcasing flavors of lemon, lime, orange, and juniper. The finish is medium in length and complex, with a juniper-forward profile complemented by intricate floral and citrus notes, resulting in a well-balanced and subtly complex experience."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

China

Country Winner
Country WinnerThe Rambler
Rare SpecimenChina
"This gin presents a complex profile with a subtle yet intriguing liquorice-scented nose, a pleasant mouthfeel, and a pronounced liquorice finish. It boasts a harmonious blend of tea essence, mandarin, and rose petal notes, culminating in a sweet, enduring aftertaste. The initial taste reveals anise, complemented by lime aromatics and delicate citrus undertones reminiscent of lemon verbena."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

Croatia

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

England

Country Winner
Country WinnerRosemullion
Dry GinEngland

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

France

Country Winner
Country WinnerCitadelle Gin
Jardin d'étéFrance
"This gin features a bright, perfumed citrus aroma that is very inviting, with the citrus notes continuing on the palate. The juniper character is subtle, complemented by an elegant, floral nose and a very oily texture. The palate is well-rounded with earthy tones and hints of herbs and spices. The base gin contributes a noticeable burn in the aftertaste, which is assertive yet not unpleasant, accompanied by a peppery finish."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver
Silver
Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze
Bronze

Germany

Country Winner
Country WinnerSünner
Dry Gin No. 260Germany
"The aroma presents a subtle juniper with hints of orange peel, yet it's overall quite muted. On the palate, there's a pleasant balance between freshness and spiciness, with a clear presence of juniper. The taste is fairly dry with better intensity, less bitterness than anticipated, and overall, a quite good balance."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

Greece

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

Iceland

Country Winner
Country WinnerOld Islandia
GinIceland

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

Ireland

Country Winner
Country WinnerWeavers
Dry GinIreland
"This gin features a dominant juniper aroma with a hint of sweetness on the nose, yet it presents a hot taste on the palate. While the initial spicy kick is intriguing, the bitterness cuts the experience a bit short. Despite this, the gin offers a soft texture with a complex aftertaste, where juniper is complemented by botanicals like lavender and coriander."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

Isle Of Man

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

Italy

Country Winner
"This gin presents a classic, juniper-forward aroma with a hint of salty kelp, offering a complex and intense nose that's slightly hot. On the palate, it delivers a rich, oily juniper taste with a balanced salinity and a touch of citrus, providing depth and cohesion."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold
Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

New Zealand

Country Winner
Country WinnerAwildian
Coromandel Dry GinNew Zealand
"This gin features a vibrant lemon and juniper nose, with a harmonious balance of pine, sweet lemon, and floral hints. A smooth, high-ABV palate offers a warm finish that transitions into a pine and lemon drop aftertaste with a touch of honey. Complexity builds with spice notes, while fresh lemon, lime, and coriander aromas add nuance. The mouthfeel is mellow, sweet, with a minty, crisp finish."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

Norway

Country Winner
Country WinnerBrennevinsgrova
Norway
"This gin presents an aroma with prominent juniper notes. The taste starts with bold juniper, evolving into a complex, slightly bitter profile. The nose is clean with subtle pine and juniper, while the palate offers a robust green juniper flavor with orange zest accents, embodying classic gin characteristics. The finish brings a warm sensation, ending with a mild alcoholic note. Overall, the gin is herbal, light, and elegantly supported by juniper."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

Scotland

Country Winner
Country WinnerUnderStory Gin
Classic GinScotland
"This gin presents a green, tannic aroma with hints of green tea and a complex palate featuring waves of citrus. The nose suggests a touch of salinity, evolving into a patchouli-like scent with floral notes. The palate is refreshed by green juniper and balanced coriander, adding a sweet edge. The finish is warm and lingering. Overall, the flavors are robust and pronounced, offering intensity with sleek expression."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

South Africa

Country Winner
Country WinnerOld Buck
Dry GinSouth Africa

GOLD WINNERS

Gold
Old Buck
Dry GinSouth Africa

SILVER WINNERS

Silver
Imagin
ClassicSouth Africa

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

Spain

Country Winner
Country WinnerBunker
OrigenSpain

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze

Sweden

Country Winner
Country WinnerHernö Gin
Hernö GinSweden
"This gin features a prominent juniper aroma with an earthy base, balanced by coriander and subtle citrus notes. A peppery taste with hints of the ocean adds depth, while nuances of chocolate and green coffee emerge. The nose is elegantly understated yet well-balanced, concluding with a touch of sweetness. Strong coriander is present, alongside classic botanicals and a faint soapy finish, with licorice, anise, and orris root complexity."

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

Switzerland

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

United States

Country Winner
Country WinnerFarmer's
Reserve Strength GinUnited States

GOLD WINNERS

Gold

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

BRONZE WINNERS

Bronze
Henry Ramos Gin
United States

Wales

SILVER WINNERS

Silver

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