JUNIPERO GIN 750ML

Junipero Gin is a bold, classic American craft gin, first released in 1996 in San Francisco. It’s widely considered one of the pioneers of the American craft gin movement and is known for its juniper-forward, high-proof style.

Type: American craft gin (London Dry style)

Origin: San Francisco, California, USA

ABV: 49.3% (98.6 proof)

Production Style

1. Distilled in small batches in copper pot stills
2. Made with 12 botanicals (including juniper, citrus peel, spices)
3. Bottled unfiltered at high proof, giving it a more intense flavor and texture

Aroma (Nose)

1. Strong juniper (pine, resin)
2. Bright citrus (lemon, orange peel)
3. Herbal and spicy undertones

Taste (Palate)

1. Full-bodied and powerful
2. Dominant juniper core with:
3. Citrus peel (lemon, orange)
4. Spices like cardamom and pepper
5. Light herbal complexity
6. Rich texture due to higher proof

Finish

1. Long and dry
2. Lingering citrus and spice with a clean, piney edge

Overall Profile

1. Classic, juniper-heavy gin (old-school style)
2. Higher proof makes it more intense and cocktail-forward
3. Less floral or soft compared to modern “New Western” gins

Best Uses

1. Martini (stands up extremely well)
2. Negroni
3. Gin & tonic (more assertive, less delicate)

Summary:

Junipero is a bartender’s gin—big, structured, and unapologetically juniper-driven. If you like traditional London Dry gins with intensity and backbone, this is a standout American version.