Best Gin Bars in London

As the name suggests, The Elgin is rather into its junipers! Where better to savour that unique refreshment of the first G&T of the night than this most beautiful and weird of pubs? Lounge in a two tone velvet chair (yes, they exist and they are fabulous!) and sip in contentment. When the gin starts going to your head a little bit, peruse the excellent menu of small plates, boards and larger plates. 

An eclectic space of giant maypoles, wicker masks and brass icons, the Hand of Glory is a kooky tribute to British folk culture. It's arguably best known for the choice of countryside ciders, but your eyes will naturally wander to the Seven Deadly Gins section of the menu at this top gin bar in London.

One of London's best gin bars is actually unknown to the masses; tucked away in the heart of Leadenhall Market. Topple down the stairs and into the snug and atmospheric surrounds of Old Tom's Bar, where the craft beer selection is matched by a comprehensive range of premium gins.

A luxe hotel bar located just a stone's throw from Buckingham Palace, The New York Bar offer their own unique gin & tonic experience, where their expert mixologists take guests through a guided tasting session of some of the best gins in the business. 

Something of an emporium for customised tipples and spirit concoctions, Ask For Janice is the ideal spot for drinking gin in London for those local to Faringdon. All the big-hitters are here alongside some local bottles from Hoxton and Worship Street, and each spirit on the menu comes with a recommended mixer to guarantee a refreshing and expertly matched serve.

You can't really take any cocktail guide seriously until it's found room for the legendary London Cocktail Club. A hedonistic place where the tunes are big and the drinks are bold, there's a lovely little selection of contemporary and classic mixed drinks to savour at their Shoreditch venue. The perfect fit if you're looking to dabble in gin as well as some other luscious concoctions.

So much more than one of the best places for ping pong in London, Bounce also features an expansive gin palace cocktail bar. With menus developed by award-winning bartenders and drinks muddled up using an exceptional range of premium brands, there's a table service policy and you can pre-order in those gin cocktails to ensure there's no need to mess about waiting for your drinks upon arrival.

This cosy pub in Covent Garden has a very special secret. It houses an extensive collection of gin from around the world, all neatly tucked away on a dedicated Gin Terrace. Swing by next time you're in the area and see what kooky combos of G&T you can make. 

An intimate, decadent speakeasy bar nestled in the heart of swish Marylebone, Purl offers a great selection of gin-based cocktails served in theatrical style. The masters of mixology use fogs, airs, foams and food and serve up the final product in bespoke vintage silverware, playing on the senses and creating some of the best gin cocktails in London.

If you find yourself in West London and after a G&T with a twist, then Charlotte's Bistro is as good a bet as any. The casual restaurant and bar mixes things up with infused gins and unusual tonics.

With an on-site distillery brewing their own house Martello gin, this Hackney restaurant is swiftly becoming one of the best gin bars in London. Offering a range of gin-based cocktails, they have created their own signature cocktail, Martello, a lemon and mint concoction with a hefty serving of their own brew.

Six Storeys in Soho is an exclusive venue that dazzles everyone who walks through its door; the venue has a vintage feel, with retro furniture and sleek designs. Spread over six floors, head to the parlour on the first floor, to try a gin tipple that's guaranteed to get you into the party mood.

A stunning place where “old style exuberance meets modern sophistication”, the Victorian Bath House offers stylish gin cocktails in a breathtaking spot close to Bishopsgate. Pull up a stool at this 'by appointment only' watering hole and pick something from the GINspiration menu, where the humble G&T is elevated to new heights by masterful mixologists.

The bespoke G&T menu is at the heart of what makes this relaxed yet sophisticated lounge bar so popular. A hideaway filled with leather sofas, warm lighting and quirky artwork, the bar team are seriously skilled, mixing up a special gin-based menu inspired by the art pieces themselves.

Located in Notting Hill, Gin Tonica is a must-visit for any gin lovers. The restaurant is run by Portobello Road gin; grab one of their 100 types of gin, munch on tapas, and even make your own bottle in the shop downstairs.