Dubliner Gin-Lokale
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Dubliner Gin-Lokale

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Dubliner Gin-Lokale

Aoife Byrne
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Right, so between shifts I've developed what my friends generously call a 'research habit' and less generously call a problem — either way, here's the grand list of where I actually go for a proper G&T in this city. Some are hidden gems near me in Stoneybatter, some are worth the trip across the Liffey. All tested, all approved, no notes withheld.

The list

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Dubliner Gin-Lokale — 8 items
NameAddressCitySignature GinBest ForMy take
1The Virginia Plain178 Phibsborough Road, PhibsboroughDublinLocal Irish craft gins on rotationA cosy midweek pint of ginDeadly little spot near enough to Stoneybatter that I've no excuse not to go more often — grand atmosphere, no notions.
2The Barber's Bar at The Dean33 Harcourt StreetDublinExtensive rotating gin listDressing up a bitBit more glam than my usual, but sure everyone deserves a fancy G&T after a twelve-hour shift.
3Vintage Cocktail Club15 Crown Alley, Temple BarDublinGin-forward vintage-style cocktailsA speakeasy sort of nightYou have to ring a bell to get in, which delights me more than it probably should.
4Drury Buildings55 Drury StreetDublinSeasonal gin cocktailsRooftop sunshine, on the rare day we get oneGrand for catching actual sun with a gin in hand — Dublin weather permitting, which is a big if.
5The Palace Bar21 Fleet StreetDublinSolid traditional gin and tonicNo-frills classic pub ginSometimes you don't want a fancy botanical garnish, you just want a decent G&T in a proper old pub.
6J.W. Sweetman1-2 Burgh QuayDublinWide gin selection alongside house brewsA riverside gin with a viewNice spot along the quays — handy for a sneaky one before heading home to Stoneybatter.
7The ChurchMary Street, Junction of Mary Street and Jervis StreetDublinGin served in a converted church settingNovelty and a good storyDrinking gin under stained glass never stops being a small delight, even on the tenth visit.
8L. Mulligan Grocer18 StoneybatterDublinCurated Irish and international gin listThe home turf pint of ginMy local, basically — can't do a list like this without giving my own neighbourhood its due credit.