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In the United States, gin is a distilled alcohol that must be no less than 80 proof (40% alcohol) and have the distinct flavor of juniper berries. A similar Dutch and Belgian drink called ...

We all know about the health risks of drinking. But if you’re going to partake, it’s natural to want to minimize the damage.

We had a chance to taste the gin and try it in several cocktails, and it certainly delivers even without the potent hit of alcohol that you'll find in regular gin. The mouthfeel is a bit thin and ...

The Original Southside is an old Chicago cocktail. It's also, to be clear, threading a bunch of needles.

Small-batch Indian Jin Jiji from the Himalayas has made it big with the ‘World’s Best Gin’ title at the 2025 London Spirits ...

The company sports a roster of alcohol-free versions of whisky, tequila and rum. It also has a gin alternative which I tried. I love this one, it’s my favourite of the three I tested.

One shot of gin will provide you with around 50 calories, compared with about 130 calories in a medium glass of red or white wine or the 200-300 calories in a pint of beer.

Alcohol by volume (ABV) The Blue Riband Premium Extra Dry Gin has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 42.8 per cent. This is standard for most Indian gins bottled at 43 per cent and higher. For instance ...