Brand
Ginepraio
Ginepraio is a Tuscan spirits brand focused on organic gins and strong territorial identity; it offers a London/Tuscan Dry Gin, an Amphora Navy Strength version finished in cocciopesto amphorae, and other labels inspired by the Mediterranean territory.
- Ponsacco · Tuscany · Italy
- 7 products
The story
Ginepraio was born from the vision of Enzo Brini and Fabio Mascaretti and presents itself as a project that celebrates the Tuscan territory through spirits made with local botanicals and sustainable practices. The brand's official site identifies Levante Spirits S.r.l. (Ponsacco, PI) as the entity linked to the production and distribution of Ginepraio products.
Production philosophy
Enhance the Tuscan territory and local biodiversity through organic ingredients and sustainable practices, with particular attention to the use of wild Tuscan juniper and finishing techniques that combine tradition and innovation.
Territory
Tuscany (Ponsacco - province of Pisa); use of botanicals collected in different areas of the region (e.g. Maremma, Val d'Orcia, Chianti).
Awards and recognition
The Gin Guide Awards: Winner 2021 - Traditional Gin (Ginepraio London/Tuscan Dry Gin); The Gin Guide Awards 2023: Winner - High ABV Gin (Ginepraio Amphora Navy Strength).
Production method
Production using selected organic ingredients; use of organic grain alcohol as the base for the 'Dry' lines. The Amphora Navy Strength version is matured in cocciopesto amphorae; the brand also offers mini-amphorae for mixology applications.
Distillation
London Dry / dry gin (stated on products and technical sheets)
Ageing
Maturation in cocciopesto amphorae (opus signinum) for the Amphora Navy Strength version; also use of mini-amphorae for mixology.
Characteristics
- Type
- Brand
- City
- Ponsacco
- Categories
- organic gin
- London Dry Gin
- Navy Strength gin
- gin aged in amphora (cocciopesto)
- organic vodka
- Raw materials
- organic grain alcohol (wheat)
- wild Tuscan juniper
- Casks and ageing vessels
- cocciopesto amphorae (opus signinum)
- Representative products
- Ginepraio Organic Tuscan Dry Gin (45% ABV)
- Ginepraio Amphora Navy Strength Gin (57% ABV)
- Ginepraio Organic Mediterranean Dry Gin (43% ABV)
- Granaio (Organic Tuscan Vodka)
What makes it distinctive
- Organic range with a strong link to the Tuscan territory
- Use of three types of wild Tuscan juniper
- Navy Strength version finished in cocciopesto amphorae
- Mini-amphorae designed for mixology
- Production and management connected to Levante Spirits S.r.l. (Ponsacco, PI)