Should Gin Be Stored in the Freezer?

Yes, it's fine — gin's ABV is well below the point where it would freeze in a standard home freezer, and chilling it can suit certain serves.

Unlike wine or beer, gin can safely go in the freezer without freezing solid, because its alcohol content (typically 37.5–47% ABV) is far above the point where a standard home freezer (usually around -18°C) would freeze it. Pure ethanol freezes at around -114°C, and even diluted to gin strength, the mixture's freezing point stays well below typical freezer temperatures.

Does it change the flavour?

Cold temperature does slightly dull volatile aromatics — the same way any drink loses some perceived aroma when very cold. For gin destined for a Martini or served ice-cold and straight, many people consider this a feature, not a flaw: an ice-cold gin serve reads as crisp and refreshing.

When you might NOT want it frozen

If you plan to nose and taste a gin properly — really evaluating its botanicals, the way you might a new bottle you're getting to know — serving it at room temperature (or lightly chilled rather than freezer-cold) will let you pick up more aroma and nuance, since cold suppresses some of that.

The bottom line

There's no risk to gin sitting in the freezer, and it's a common practice for people who like an ice-cold Martini or G&T pour. It's a serving preference, not a storage requirement — gin stores perfectly well at room temperature too.