Gin Bars In Manchester

The Alchemist is one of the best bars in Manchester for gin, as smatterings of the spirit feature across their menus of theatrical cocktails. If you want your tipple to fizz, pop and foam, then this is the place to head to. 

If you're not too busy drinking 11 Central's quirky cocktails, then you're going to want to enroll in the Four Sis4ers Gin School where you can embark on an immersive making experience with your friends, while overlooking the waterfront. Feeling peckish after? Peruse this joint's tempting menu featuring contemporary dishes like curried monkfish, plus pumpkin and sage tortellini.

Impossible is a cornucopia of hidden doors and fun things to do. So, it's only right that inside the venue is another gin den. This shrine to the spirit boasts a huge 63 different types, so you can drink everything from straight G&Ts to delicious cocktails.

From the brains behind Manchester Gin, Three Little Words is a bar for lovers of all things botanical. Located in a set of arches, the gorgeous spot is offering up cocktails and a huge distillery; perfect for tastings, tours or just settling down with a drink.

If you can't decide on just one bar, then check out Gin Journey Manchester. These guys will take you around four brilliant venues, with an expert guide to teach you more about the drinks.

Check out some of the city's top gin bars, alongside distilleries and hidden dens - each of which promises a different gin sample and a drink per person - all included in your £49.50 ticket.

If affordable (but still tasty) is at the forefront of your mind, then Slug and Lettuce fits the bill. Sip your G&T on the huge outdoor terrace alongside the River Irwell at their Spinningfields location, or choose a gin-based watermelon spritz with strawberry and lemon. Check out further venues across Manchester, including Piccadilly, Didsbury, Sale and more.

A gin bar in Manchester with food on their side? It can be only the one place, and that's Banyan. Host to a selection of over 10 bottles of gin served in huge glasses, this city centre spot is bringing you cocktails and plates aplenty. 

Harking back to the illicit drinking days of the 1920s, this sexy, speakeasy spot is the place to go for all things juniper berries. Project Halycon Distillery stocks an enviable selection of gin alongside quirky cocktails, international wines and so much more.

Out of all the rooftop gin bars in Manchester, Atlas are born and bred juniper fans. Boasting their very own 'Bible' of 70 different types, including the likes of Sipsmith, William Chase and Larois, this botanical beaut knows no bounds when it comes to crafty copas or must-try martinis. Plus, the terrace is beautiful too.

Fronting a range of Didsbury Gin flavours, alongside the Plymouth Navy Strength that's a whopping 57% abv, Elnecot certain don't do things by halves. Tonics also range from Sicilian lemon to elderflower and grapefruit - swoon.

You might know Seven Bro7hers Beerhouse as the Ancoats home of these local purveyors of craft beer, but have you tried their distillery's serves too? 4 Sisters are bringing unique lime and thyme flavours, or favourites like strawberry, to your next sesh.

Of all the cocktail bars in Manchester with a penchant for gin, Tariff & Dale are true experts. While famous for their elevator shaft seats, they also boast a signature serve: a double shot of your favourite juniper-laced spirit coupled with the perfect garnish and poured over tonic.

When only an authentic Spanish G&T will do (but Costa Del Manchester style), consider a trip to La Bandera. The cool restaurant has all you need in the form of tapas washed down with gins you won't find anywhere else across our city.