8 Best Gins in the Philippines 2025 | Ginebra San Miguel, Ginto, Bombay Sapphire and More

Ginebra San Miguel is one of the oldest companies in the Philippines, and for over 185 years, the heritage still lives on. Launched in 2005, their premium gin is an offshoot of the classic gin that every Filipino knew. GSM Premium is made from extra neutral alcohol that's based on fermented sugarcane molasses with Juniper berries and a hint of citrus. 

You'll enjoy a warm hint of ethanol mixed with traces of mint and juniper, plus a further note of lemon mint and pineapple sage. On the nose, subdued candied citrus and orange notes come strongly at the start with a long gin finish on the palate. Although it is considered mild at 35% ABV, anyone can use it on low-key cocktails for a slight buzz.

Tanduay's new liquor aims to capture the younger and more adventurous market of gin drinkers. Traces of natural flavors from citrus, juniper, and coriander with woody notes distinctly highlight the liquor. Its sweet and spicy flavors enhance the mixed botanicals to bring out the natural taste of aged gin. 

The finish sleekly cascades with hints of pepper, juniper, and grapefruit. The golden sunset color of the liquid was achieved by aging it in oakwood barrels for six months. This spirit is the first-ever locally made aged gin under a mainstream brand.

The Bombay Sapphire's signature flat-side and sapphire-colored bottle features a photo of Queen Victoria on its label. Their gin is evaporated three times and vapor-infused with 10 different botanicals to achieve their signature taste and aroma. This method gives the gin a more floral tinge as compared to other processes. 

This spirit is a widely available London Dry-style gin that is based on an old 1761 recipe. It has hints of almond, licorice, lemon peel, and an upfront juniper note. The gin's bright spot is its combination with tonic water and a slice of lemon for an excellent gin and tonic. If you want a Sapphire martini or a Sapphire alpine, this is the signature gin to use.

Produced since the 1870s, this gin is an all-rounder when it comes to straight gin drinking or cocktails. The recipe includes 9 botanicals where they are macerated for 24 hours into the base spirit to obtain the Beefeater signature. 

The aroma is a robust juniper with hints of orange, angelica, and licorice. Its taste is an aggressive juniper with mild lemon and pine that builds toward the spicy & gentle coriander, bitter orange, and licorice root end. 

Producing its neutral base spirit is strictly regulated, so it can only be made out of grains without artificial flavor or additives after distillation. You can also try out their other gin varieties for a more bold drinking session with your buddies.

Whenever one sees the apothecary-style bottle, there's no mistaking it's Hendrick's gin. It is reminiscent of the time when gin was still considered a medicine. Manufactured by William Grant & Sons, this gin brand was launched in 1999 when there was little diversification in the gin category at that time. 

They used a vapor-infusion method to add flavors while doing a separate maceration method for another batch. These two distillates are then combined to get the deepest and lightest flavor before being infused with rose and cucumber essences. 

Its aroma is dominantly juniper with a musky rose hint that gives a floral impression. The taste is a classic gin that carries the botanicals with a fairly long finish which bears rose petal, lime, cucumbers, and juniper astringency. Hands down, this is a top-shelf gin.

Based on a recipe from the 18th century, Langley's Old Tom Gin captures the balance of the sweetness and the taste of the botanicals. This gin is made at Langley Distillery, a historic distillery that produces over 80 gins under contract. Its production basically follows the London Dry method but is infused with sweetened ingredients after distillation.

It offers aromas of nutmeg, juniper, and creamy orange scent with a few juicy tangerine notes. Tasting it, you will get a mild kick of juniper, fennel, nutmeg, and lemon peel which develops into a soft spearmint and coriander finish that lingers. From the traditional style enjoyed in 18th and 19th century England, this is a well-suited gin to create the best Tom Collins or the Martinez.

The arrival of Aviation Gin in 2006 sparked the interest in the modern definition of gin in the Americas. Produced in Portland by House Spirits Distillery, the softer juniper profile, which is crafted from small batches, appealed to a wider drinking audience. 

It is distilled from 100 percent rye, which is an unusual approach in the gin industry. The aroma has juniper with earthy root spices, which are inviting to any gin fan. The palate adds root beer, cinnamon, cassia, and cardamom, then ends in a long and warm floral, earthy spice of birch beer and orange peel.

The rye base brings a creamier mouthfeel to the gin that should be engaging to super dry martini enthusiasts. Uncap the bottle and mix it with modern cocktails or use it any way you want, Aviation will not disappoint.

As of writing, the only distillery that produces Plymouth Gin is the Black Friars Distillery. This gin type is slightly drier than London Dry because of the higher quantity of root ingredients. It brings a more earthy note with a softened juniper flavor. The aroma revolves around angelica and juniper with tinges of cardamom and coriander. 

This spirit provides a soft and gentle warmth that brings together all the flavors, which are finished by a soft citrus taste and earthiness. Nearly every bartender's gin cocktail can be made with Plymouth gin, but it shines the brightest with martinis and gin-tonic concoctions. If you're looking for a versatile gin for your bar at home, this is one of the best spirits to consider.