Monopolowa Dry Gin
Monopolowa Dry Gin is the old-world gin of Vienna — 750mL at 43.5% ABV (87 proof), distilled from a potato base with Alpine water by Altvater Gessler–J.A. Baczewski, and you can order it online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 43.5% (87 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Base spirit: Potato distillate with Alpine water
- Botanicals: Juniper, coriander, aniseed, fennel, ginger, lemon and orange peel
- Origin: Vienna, Austria — Altvater Gessler–J.A. Baczewski
- Heritage: The Baczewski name dates to 1782 Lwów, revived in Vienna by the Gessler family after WWII
A 1782 Name, Reborn in Vienna
The J.A. Baczewski name was one of the great distilling houses of Lwów from 1782 — after the war, the Gessler family carried it to Vienna, where Monopolowa is still distilled today. A potato base and Alpine water give the gin an unusually soft, rounded texture, while the botanical bill leans classic and dry. It's a gin with real continental pedigree — find it alongside other European styles in the gin collection, or see everything from Monopolowa.
Tasting Notes
Juniper-forward with citrus peel brightness, a whisper of aniseed and fennel, and a warm ginger lift. The potato base keeps the mouthfeel soft and full through a clean, dry finish.
How to Enjoy
A natural martini gin — try it 4:1 with dry vermouth and a lemon twist. It also holds up in a G&T with a neutral tonic. Pair with oysters, gravlax, or sharp Austrian cheese.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Monopolowa Dry Gin made?
Vienna, Austria, by the Altvater Gessler–J.A. Baczewski distillery.
What is the proof of Monopolowa Dry Gin?
87 proof (43.5% ABV) in a 750mL bottle.
What makes Monopolowa different from other gins?
Its potato base spirit and Alpine water — most gins start from grain — which gives it a softer, rounder texture.
Who was J.A. Baczewski?
A distilling house founded in Lwów in 1782, revived in Vienna by the Gessler family after World War II.
A Viennese classic with two centuries of heritage — order Monopolowa Dry Gin online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.