The story of GIN NIRO

Some projects start with an intuition, while others take shape from a deep connection to a place. This is how GIN NIRO was born: from a passion for Sicily and the desire to transform Zibibbo grapes into a new expression of gin. The result is a Zibibbo gin with citrus notes, developed to enhance the aromatic qualities of this botanical within an Italian craft gin.

A Project Born from a Passion for Sicily

GIN NIRO stems from the desire to transform the aromatic identity of one of the most representative Mediterranean botanicals into a new expression of gin. The inspiration took shape by observing landscapes where the volcanic nature of the land, climate, and biodiversity give rise to intense and distinctive aromas.
From this imagery came the idea of developing a gin capable of conveying that character through taste, a project built around Zibibbo, an aromatic variety that becomes the heart of a Zibibbo gin with a fresh aromatic profile.

The Founders: Nadia and Aldo

Behind GIN NIRO are Nadia and Aldo, united by a curiosity to experiment with new interpretations of gin, starting from a strongly distinctive botanical like Zibibbo.

Despite not coming from the spirits world, they chose to develop the project by collaborating with distillation professionals and embarking on a research journey that lasted several years. Through numerous recipe trials and comparative tastings, they worked to define an aromatic balance capable of enhancing Zibibbo within an Italian craft gin. The result is GIN NIRO, a Zibibbo gin that offers a contemporary interpretation of the Mediterranean character of botanicals.

The Zibibbo Insight

The element that makes GIN NIRO truly distinctive is precisely the choice to highlight Sicilian Zibibbo within the recipe. Traditionally associated with the production of aromatic wines, Zibibbo is a variety deeply linked to the history and culture of Sicily, capable of expressing intense aromas and a strong territorial identity.

These characteristics inspired Nadia and Aldo to pursue a less-traveled path in the spirits world: using this botanical to create a Zibibbo gin capable of telling the story of the Mediterranean through a citrusy imprint. Zibibbo thus becomes the aromatic heart of GIN NIRO and the meeting point between territory, research, and identity.

Three Years of Development and Experimentation

The creation of GIN NIRO is the result of a research journey lasting over three years, during which numerous aromatic combinations were tested to find the ideal balance between botanicals.

The project developed by testing many ingredient combinations, with the aim of building a recognizable Mediterranean character consistent with the gin's Mediterranean identity. During this phase, various Italian botanicals were selected, chosen to complement and enhance the character of Zibibbo.

To transform the idea into a concrete product, Nadia and Aldo collaborated with Mosaic Spirits, a company specializing in the production of spirits that provides technical expertise and the guidance of a master distiller. Thanks to this collaboration, it was possible to develop an Italian craft gin produced in small batches, capable of combining aromatic research, distillation skills, and attention to the quality of raw materials.

To learn more about the work behind the distillation, you can discover the details of GIN NIRO's production method.

Where GIN NIRO is Made

GIN NIRO is produced in Italy, in Bologna, through collaboration with Mosaic Spirits. Production stems from the combination of technical distillation expertise and the careful selection of raw materials.

The Italian botanicals contribute to creating a balanced aromatic taste, while Sicilian Zibibbo represents the central element of the recipe, giving the gin its distinctive character.

The result is an Italian distillate that combines distillation experience and botanical enhancement, contributing to creating the aromatic and slightly citrusy profile that characterizes GIN NIRO.

An International Recognition

In 2026, GIN NIRO received the Silver Medal at the World Gin Awards, among the most prestigious and globally recognized awards in the gin world. A milestone that Nadia and Aldo would never have taken for granted, built year after year through research, care for botanicals, and the desire to bring the soul of Sicily into every bottle. The Flavoured Gin category, where the recognition was received, confirms how the choice to enhance Sicilian Zibibbo can win over even the most demanding palates on the international scene.

The GIN NIRO Vision

GIN NIRO was born with the aim of enhancing the character of the Mediterranean through a distillate capable of combining territorial identity and contemporary research.

The project's philosophy is based on attention to the quality of raw materials, the selection of Italian botanicals, and collaboration with distillation professionals. Every choice stems from the desire to create a gin that maintains an authentic connection with the territory and its traditions.

Discover GIN NIRO

Each bottle contains a journey of research, experimentation, and attention to botanicals. A Zibibbo gin that expresses the character of the Mediterranean through intense aromas, aromatic balance, and a natural citrus imprint.

Discover GIN NIRO and experience a journey that combines territory, botanicals, and aromatic research.