97 Point Gold Medal Gin
Halliday Spirits Awards Recognition

What Does a 97 Point Gin Mean?

King Island Distillery has been awarded a 97 Point Gold Medal at the Halliday Spirits Awards, placing our gin among the highest-scoring Australian gins ever reviewed.

For those searching 'what is a 97 point gin?' — this score represents exceptional balance, technical precision, layered botanicals and outstanding overall quality.

The Halliday Spirits Awards are judged by leading Australian spirits experts and are widely regarded as one of the country’s most credible independent benchmarks for premium craft spirits.

One of Only Three Gins Ever to Receive 97 Points

A 97-point score is rare. Only three gins have ever achieved this rating under the Halliday system.

This milestone follows earlier recognition:
• King Island Coastal Gin – 95 Point Gold Medal
• Gidley Dry Gin – 92 Point Silver Medal

These awards confirm consistent quality across our entire Australian craft gin portfolio.

For anyone searching for award-winning Australian gin or the best rated gin in Australia, this recognition provides independent validation of what we produce on King Island.