6 Favorite Flavored Gins for Every Season

When it comes to spirits, there are few as divisive as gin. Either you love it for its floral, piney, herbal flavor profile, or you hate it because of its over-the-top flower garden, perfume-like flavor. It’s as close to the cilantro of the alcohol world as possible.

Countless London dry, artisanal, and other types of gin rely simply on flavors like juniper, angelica root, orris, lemon peel, and more classic herbs, fruits, and botanicals. But there are also many flavored gins worth your time.

On top of the usual herbs and botanicals, flavored gets are infused with ingredients like Sevilla oranges, strawberries, honey, elderflower, grapefruit, and more. But not all flavored gins are worth your time. Below, you’ll find some of our favorite, balanced, mixable flavored gins. Keep scrolling to see them all.

Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin

This Victoria, British Columbia-made gin is distilled in handcrafted copper pot stills and is infused with nine herbs and botanicals including juniper, elderflower, rose petals, orange peel, black carrot, and more. The result is a unique, complex gin featuring notes of spice, citrus, fruity sweetness, and floral hints.

Tanqueray Sevilla Orange Gin

If you love the classic flavor of London dry gin, but you also love fresh oranges, Tanqueray Sevilla Orange Gin is for you. Made to pay homage to Charles Tanqueray’s original recipe book, this popular gin is made with classic London dry gin herbs and botanicals as well as the bittersweet, tart flavor of Sevilla oranges. Use as the base for a classic gin & tonic to make a citrus-centric version of the classic cocktail.

Sipsmith Strawberry Smash Gin

Sipsmith is well-known for its award-winning London dry gins. And while you can’t go wrong with its traditional gin, if you’re looking for a flavorful twist, grab a bottle of Sipsmith Strawberry Smash Gin. Flavored with classic gin herbs and botanicals, it gets an added kick from the addition of Wimbledon strawberries and fresh mint. The result is a sweet, floral, botanical dry gin well-suited for mixing all year long.

Las Californias Citrico Gin

With a name like Las Californias Citrico Gin, you should have a pretty good idea of what you’re going to get into when you crack open this bottle. This citrus gin is infused with ingredients from both the US and Mexico including figs, vine and grape leaves, apricots, citrus leaves and peels, lemongrass, almonds, and California juniper. It’s a bright, zesty, dry gin perfectly suited for mixing into your favorite gin-based cocktails.

Bombay Sapphire Bramble Gin

This vibrant, fruit-forward gin blends the classic botanicals of Bombay Sapphire with the rich flavors of blackberry and raspberry. It’s well-loved by bartenders for its versatility, as the fruit notes complement both traditional and contemporary cocktails. The gin’s smoothness, balanced sweetness, and slightly tangy berry profile make it perfect for crafting refreshing drinks like the Bramble cocktail, while its subtle complexity allows it to shine in a variety of mixed drinks. Bartenders appreciate how it adds depth and a splash of color, all while maintaining the signature smoothness of the Bombay Sapphire line.

Drumshanbo Gunpowder Gin with Sardinian Citrus

A unique, expertly crafted gin that combines the bold, aromatic botanicals of gunpowder tea with the bright, zesty flavors of Sardinian citrus. Bartenders love it for its exceptional balance, where the earthy, spice-driven notes of gunpowder tea perfectly complement the crisp, refreshing citrus. This versatile gin is ideal for cocktails that require depth and a citrusy kick, making it a favorite for everything from classic G&Ts to more creative serves.

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