| Rating | 95 2022 Top 50 |
| Style | Gin |
| Produced In | Spain |
| ABV | 41% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $59.00 |
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| Review Updated | 2026-08-04 |
Xoriguer Mahón Gin Review
Only recently distributed nationwide, this geographically-protected gin is made on the Spanish island of Menorca and was once served to the occupying British Royal Navy. This gin is unique in that it is grape-based distillate produced on wood-fired alembic stills, infused with juniper and aged in open crates near the sea, then briefly oak-rested. No surprise, it’s a juniper-forward gin with minerality and maritime notes; one reason why it’s recently become a trendy component in Spanish-style Martinis made with sherries. Truly a sui generis gin deserving of its iconic status.
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