Collection: Gin in Austria

Austrian gin impresses with its regional ingredients, artisanal distillation and creative flavour profiles. Particularly recommended is Reisetbauer Blue Gin, which, with 27 botanicals including lemon zest, lavender and coriander, delivers a complex, finely balanced taste experience. Also worth highlighting is Aeijst Gin from Styria – a 100% organic London Dry Gin that derives an elegant, spicy-fresh note from juniper, ginger, lemon verbena and cardamom.

Those who prefer a floral and smooth profile should try Fuxbau Gin, which develops a particularly gentle character thanks to elderflower, apple mint and rose petals. For lovers of intense herbal notes, Rick Gin from Vorarlberg offers a robust alternative with organic botanicals such as yarrow, blackberry leaves and spruce needles.

Austrian gin is extremely versatile and forms the basis for many classic and modern cocktails. Here are some of the most popular cocktails that can be made with Austrian gin:

• Gin and Tonic: A refreshing classic, served with gin and tonic water and a slice of lime or lemon.
• Martini: An elegant cocktail made with gin and dry vermouth, often garnished with an olive or a twist of lemon.
• Negroni: A robust cocktail combining equal parts gin, red vermouth and Campari.
• Gin Basil Smash: A modern cocktail made with gin, fresh basil, lemon juice and sugar syrup.

Austrian gin production combines traditional distilling techniques with modern approaches and a strong focus on quality. The base is neutral grain spirit, in which carefully selected botanicals such as juniper, herbs, flowers and citrus fruits are macerated and then gently distilled. Many producers deliberately opt for regional and organically grown ingredients, such as the aromatic diversity of Alpine flora. Regional botanicals such as gentian, Swiss stone pine, elderflower, mountain mint and spruce needles create unique flavour profiles – ranging from floral and fresh to spicy and resinous. These ingredients, often organically grown or foraged, give the gin a distinct Alpine identity and set it apart from international varieties in terms of taste.

In our online shop, you will find a carefully curated collection of Austrian gins from renowned producers. Our selection offers something to suit every taste and budget, ranging from classic to modern interpretations.

Kranewitter is a traditional juniper schnapps from the Alpine region and is often mistaken for gin – wrongly so, as there are clear differences. Whilst gin is required by law to have a minimum alcohol content of 37.5% ABV and to be flavoured with juniper and other botanicals, Kranewitter is usually simpler in composition and based exclusively on juniper. It generally has a lower alcohol content and is distilled without complex herbal mixtures.

In terms of flavour, gin is often more versatile – with citrus, herbal or spicy notes – whilst Kranewitter tends to taste rather tart, resinous and distinctly of juniper. In terms of production, gin also relies on sophisticated processes such as steam infusion or maceration, whereas Kranewitter is produced in a more traditional manner. Thus, the two spirits differ not only in their recipes, but also in style, ambition and legal definition.

Austrian gin offers an unrivalled taste experience thanks to the variety of regional botanicals used and the innovation of its producers. This spirit is ideal for creative cocktails or enjoying neat, adding a special touch to your moments of indulgence. The combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern techniques makes Austrian gin an excellent choice for any gin lover.

Austrian gin is characterised by its high quality and the use of regional and often organic botanicals. Austrian gin producers place great emphasis on artisanal production methods and the use of local ingredients. The gins vary in their flavour profiles, ranging from classic to innovative, and offer a wide range of aromas that appeal to both traditional and modern gin enthusiasts.