Best Aldi budget gins: 15 picks to stock up your drinks cabinet – and #3 is world-renowned

1. Haysmith’s Cranberry and Clementine Gin

RRP: £14.99

This new tipple bottles up the best seasonal flavours, giving smooth citrus sweetness, a light cranberry tang and enveloped in festive warmth. 

It's delicious simply with tonic, though if you're after even more warming notes, a splash of ginger ale wouldn't go amiss, Aldi suggests.

2. Haysmith’s Seville Orange & Lime Gin

RRP: £14.99

Citrus lovers will adore this gin with its tangy orange and punch of lime. Serve with freshly squeezed lime, big chunks of ice and plain tonic, or mix with Prosecco for a refreshing summer cocktail. Aldi says this gin has ‘sweet lime undertones’, and customers rate it an impressive 4.6 out of 5 stars.

"Delicious and such fantastic value. A nice gin with an ordinary tonic," said one happy shopper, who gave the gin five stars. Another added: "Such a lovely gin, in my opinion it’s better than the leading brands, and the price makes it a perfect package." 

3. Haysmith’s Rhubarb & Ginger Gin

RRP: £14.99

Aldi’s Haysmith’s Rhubarb & Ginger Gin was officially ranked one of the ‘best in the world’ at the International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) and for good reason. The ginger adds a subtle spice, while the rhubarb gives a hint of sweetness.

One satisfied Aldi customer gave this bottle five stars, saying: "Not a great lover of flavoured gin, apart from Malfi pink grapefruit, but this is an exception. It’s most enjoyable and a real spring/summer drink." Another added: "Was an excellent good price - will definitely buy it again on our next visit."

4. Toradh Handcrafted Seville Orange Scottish Gin

RRP: £14.99 

This rich and vibrant gin is bursting with flavour and boasts notes of lemongrass and a delicate floral orange blossom. It tastes superb with a plain or elderflower tonic, tons of ice and some fresh orange or lime wedges. Or really level up by adding a sprig of rosemary or pink peppercorns for the ultimate summer tipple. As part of the popular Scottish inspired Toradh range, it also tastes delicious on the rocks.

One Aldi shopper, Teresa, said: “The orange one is as good as the Tanqueray one but way cheaper.” Only available in Scottish stores.

5. Greyson’s Premium Pink Gin

RRP: £13.99

Ideal served with lemonade, Greyson’s Premium pink gin is delicately flavoured with a hint of strawberries, raspberries and cranberries. Serve with plenty of ice and heaps of berries for a refreshing and fruity cocktail. 

Rated an average of 4.5 stars out of 5, this gin is a big hit with Aldi shoppers. "A really good flavour," said Sheila, who gave this gin five stars. "A lovely smooth gin with undertones of fresh raspberries and strawberries," said Aldi customer Pauline, who also gave this bottle five stars.

6. Haysmith's Blood Orange Gin

RRP: £14.99

Another Haysmith's classic at Aldi. This vibrant bottle contains a punchy, blood orange infused gin. Add a shot into a glass with plenty of ice and top up with soda or tonic water. Add a wedge of orange and you've got yourself a simple and delicious cocktail. You could also add a sprig of fresh rosemary or thyme for a woody twist.

7. Haysmith’s Premium Sloe Gin

RRP: £14.99

Made from hand-picked wild sloes, steeped the traditional way in London Dry Gin and left to mature, this rich and warming gin boasts plummy, dark, fruity notes with a juniper-dry gin finish.

Plus, this Aldi version is 20% cheaper than M&S' Sloe Gin – bargain!

8. Haysmith's London Dry Gin 

RRP: £14.99

This award-winning gin has been given bronze and silver awards from the IWSC 2021 as well as a silver in The Gin Masters: The Spirit Business Award. Aldi describes this gin as having 'bold signature flavours of juniper and citrus peel with underlying notes of complex botanicals'. 

Rated an average of 4.6 stars, this gin has been labelled fantastic as well as good value. "I’m not an expert on gin but I must say that I find myself very pleased with the quality of this. I like it with a good quality tonic and a slice of lime," said Dobbo, who gave this gin five stars. "This is a great gin and so worth the money. This will definitely be a regular in the cupboard for me," said Katy, who also gave this bottle 5/5.

9. Infusionist Pomegranate and Cranberry Gold Flake Gin Liqueur  

RRP: £13.99

Aldi’s Gold Flake Gin Liqueurs are a party in a bottle, and this year they have a sparkling new design too. 

Enjoy the sweet flavours of pomegranate and cranberry swirled with real gold flakes in a stunning bottle featuring a Christmas tree feature inside. Just like the thousands of trees glittering in living rooms across the country, this one does too! The perfect accompaniment to a festive table display.  

10. Haysmith’s Raspberry and Redcurrant Pink Gin 

RRP: £14.99

Aldi’s award-winning raspberry and redcurrant gin is magnificently well balanced and full of rich berry flavours. Serve it with elderflower tonic water and cucumber for a refreshing twist, or enjoy with Prosecco or Champagne for a touch of luxury. Aldi describes this gin as “Perfectly balanced with a delicate sweet, fruity taste and a lasting citrus, raspberry and redcurrant flavour.”

One Aldi shopper said it was: “My new favourite drink. I have a sweet tooth so mix it with lemonade to balance the tartness of the redcurrant.”

11. Infusionist Blackberry Gold Flake Gin Liqueur 

RRP: £17.99

Filled with the most exquisite Blackberry gin liqueur, this is sure to sweeten up guests during the holiday season. Peer inside the bottle and a star can be seen amongst a snowfall of edible gold flakes. Sip it neat with a mince pie or with chilled Prosecco. 

12. Toradh Handcrafted Tropical Scottish Gin

RRP: £14.99

This tropical-flavoured gin is perfect for summer days and is part of the popular Scottish range Toradh (meaning 'produce' in Gaelic), which is inspired by natural landscapes and Scotland’s world-class larder. 

Graham Nicolson, Group Buying Director, Aldi Scotland, said: “Scotland has such a rich abundance of fresh ingredients, which is almost unmatched by any other country in the world. Our Toradh range was created in homage to our land and to the fresh produce grown here, and we are fortunate to work with such a high calibre of suppliers to bring it to shelves.” 

Enjoy it with a simple plain tonic and lime, or mix with elderflower or hibiscus tonic water for a Caribbean vibe.

13. Infusionist Clementine Gold Flake Gin Liqueur

RRP: £14.99

The original Infusionist Clementine gin is back by popular demand in a stunning new design. 

Lovingly distilled in only small batches by The Infusionist, this mouth-watering clementine flavour gin liqueur with 23-carat gold flakes has flavours of fresh clementine and floral notes of juniper. Try it with premium tonic and ice – a very merry Christmas indeed.  

14. Haysmith's Pink Grapefruit & Rosé Gin

RRP: £14.99

Currently sold out online, this flavour combination is possibly the most British pairing you could imagine. Aldi describes this gin as delicately flavoured, so don’t be put off by the pink grapefruit and rose as they are subtle notes in the background rather than overwhelming. 

Mix with soda water and lots of fresh lime, plain tonic and a mediterranean tonic for a refreshing and deeply moreish drink.

15. Haysmith’s Pink Grapefruit and Orange Gin

RRP: £14.99

Transport yourself to the Med from your back garden with this subtle and sweet pink grapefruit and orange combo. With subtle hints of pink grapefruit and a note of sweet orange, this gin is perfect for summer garden parties and picnics.

Aldi customer Kerry said: “This gin is really lovely with slices of fresh orange and tonic. I’m not much of a gin drinker but I think I’m a convert now!”