By those criteria, gin is the best cocktail spirit we have. It is dynamic and expressive, idiosyncratic but not a diva, interesting enough on its own but becomes spectacular when mixed.

To that end, we've put together a collection of some of the best gin-forward cocktails around to prove that yes, you really do like gin, even if you don't know it yet. Ingredients 1 small celery ...

Drink it in: A Vesper, a Martini, or a Negroni. If you like bold juniper and bright citrus, classic hallmarks of a London Dry gin, Beefeater is the benchmark to measure against. Up at 94 proof ...

During the golden age of cocktails in the 1800s, gin was on top. "It's by far the most popular classic cocktail base," says Matt Belanger, the bar manager at Death & Co.'s Los Angeles location.

Whether you’re a classic Negroni lover or prefer an elevated twist on the cocktail, here’s where to sip in style in Los ...