Producer
Marc e Manuel Jr Girò
Members of the Giró family associated with the production of Gin Mare: known for bringing to market a Mediterranean-inspired gin produced in Vilanova i la Geltrú (Catalonia, Spain).
- Vilanova i la Geltrú · Catalonia · Spain
- 3 products
The story
The Giró family has a long tradition in the world of spirits through MG Destilerías. Brothers Marc and Manuel Giró (sometimes cited as Marc & Manuel Giró) are among the figures associated with the launch and development of the Gin Mare brand, a project born with the aim of distilling Mediterranean identity into a premium gin. Gin Mare was developed by the Giró family in collaboration with commercial partners and is distributed internationally.
Production philosophy
To highlight the typical aromas of the Mediterranean, emphasizing local botanicals such as basil, rosemary, thyme and olives to craft a gin that evokes the aromatic profile of the Mediterranean coasts.
Territory
Vilanova i la Geltrú, Catalonia (Costa Dorada) — a strong Mediterranean influence that shapes the selection of botanicals and the organoleptic profile.
Production method
Maceration of the botanicals and separate distillation for each component, followed by blending of the obtained fractions; the product is distilled in traditional artisanal equipment (copper still housed in a historic chapel in Vilanova i la Geltrú).
Distillation
Separate maceration of botanicals followed by independent distillation for each extract; copper still/Florentine still (batch) with subsequent blending.
Characteristics
- Type
- Producer
- City
- Vilanova i la Geltrú
- Categories
- gin
- Mediterranean gin
- premium gin
- spirits
- Raw materials
- juniper berries
- olives (Arbequina)
- basil
- rosemary
- thyme
- citrus (oranges, lemons)
- cereals (neutral base alcohol)
- Representative products
- Gin Mare 70cl
- Gin Mare 70cl with Lantern
- Gin Mare 70cl with Lantern - DAMAGED LABEL
What makes it distinctive
- Associated with the Gin Mare project, a Mediterranean-inspired gin produced in Vilanova i la Geltrú.
- Pronounced use of Mediterranean botanicals, including Arbequina olives and basil.
- Production carried out at the MG Destilerías facilities, in a historic site with a custom still.
- Gin Mare is distributed globally and has been subject to international acquisition/distribution agreements.