World Gin Day 2025, observed on the second Saturday of June, falls on June 14 this year and celebrates one of the world’s most versatile spirits. What began in 2009 as a small Birmingham gathering has grown into a global festival, showcasing gin’s evolving trends—from innovative mixes and masterclasses to tastings by distillers and connoisseurs. In India, the gin renaissance is in full swing, with local distilleries tapping into the country’s rich botanical bounty—such as Himalayan juniper, tulsi, gondhoraj lemons, and tea leaves—to craft spirits that fuse authenticity, sustainability, and regional pride.
Among the top 10 standout gins available in India, Greater Than, India’s first homegrown London Dry gin, hails from Goa. It’s crafted using nine botanicals—including juniper, coriander, fennel, ginger, and lemongrass—and has become a bartender favorite for its citrus-forward smoothness. Its distillery also produces limited editions like No Sleep (coffee-infused), Juniper Bomb, and Broken Bat (oak-aged), showcasing versatility and innovation.
Hapusa Himalayan Dry Gin, another creation of Nao Spirits, brings Himalayan juniper and spices like turmeric into a bold, earthy flavour profile, earning international acclaim as the world’s first Himalayan gin . Terai India Craft Dry Gin, distilled in Rajasthan with tulsi, fennel, coriander, and eleven botanicals sourced from the historic Khari Baoli spice market, offers a floral-spicy complexity and has been dubbed India’s “Gin of the Year” at the Berlin International Spirits Competition 2025.
Bold expressions continue with Broken Bat, an oak-aged, smoky twist infused with orange peel, and Punk Gin, which embraces rebellious botanicals and branding. For coffee fans, No Sleep offers a caffeine-infused gin that blurs lines between a morning pick-me-up and nightcap. Purists will enjoy Juniper Bomb, with a clean, juniper-forward profile reflecting classic London Dry style.
Expanding beyond Indian shores, Roku Select Edition from Japan combines six seasonal botanicals—including yuzu and sakura—to create a refined, balanced spirit that’s perfect for cocktails. A global favorite, Bombay Sapphire, with its vapor-infused distillation and ten botanicals, remains a trusted choice for its smooth, balanced flavor and iconic blue bottle. Lastly, Jin Jiji, a small-batch Indian gin made with Himalayan juniper and tulsi, highlights India’s rich botanical tradition and aromatic heritage.
Together, these 10 gins—Greater Than, Hapusa, Terai, Broken Bat, Punk Gin, No Sleep, Juniper Bomb, Roku Select Edition, Bombay Sapphire, and Jin Jiji—offer something exciting for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned gin connoisseur or a curious newcomer. Raising a G&T, experimenting with craft cocktails, or sampling new flavors, today is perfect to enrich your bar collection or surprise a lover of spirits. Cheers to World Gin Day—and to the vibrant world of gin!