“Ginnovation” keeps picking up momentum. The humble dry spirit is the alcohol of choice for those looking to get more individualized, interesting flavors and botanicals into their mixed drinks and cocktails.

Gin options are evolving as brands make more accessible varieties and independent and big distillers bring eclectic flavors to the fore. These days a gin enthusiast can even choose their own botanicals and infusions.

The gin boom mirrors the increased focus that other traditional spirits have achieved in recent years. The $50 and under price point showcases great bottles in much the same way as whiskey and vodka – some of the most popular selling expressions can be found here.

The following collection of 10 gin brands under $50 presents some of the best offerings for a range of different drinkers. The individualized, interesting gin approaches contribute to the spirit’s popularity as the base in a range of classic and contemporary gin cocktail choices.

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1. Hendrick’s Gin

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This small batch Scottish gin brand, crafted in tiny 500-liter batches, is produced by William Grant & Sons and infused with cucumber, rose petal, and traditional juniper berry at the brand’s distillery. Hendrick’s Gin is the result of combining two different spirits from rare and unusual stills to create a smooth and unusual flavor.

The more individual process creates a flavor of subtle flowers, roots, and seeds, which marry well with premium gin cocktails looking to balance the sharpness of dry gin against sweet or salty flavors.

2. Aviation American Gin

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Aviation American Gin is made in the traditional dry style, but with anything but a traditional flavor profile. Aviation Gin explores the taste of lavender, cardamom, and sarsaparilla, resulting in a gin product that famous owner Ryan Reynolds is happy to tell everyone is “the best tasting gin around.”