Across 8 recorded scans from 21 August 2026 to 4 October 2026, Gray Whale Gin's single-scan score moved from 0.9% to 1.1%, up 0.2 percentage points. Latest recorded scan 1.1% on 4 October 2026; combined-window score 1.1%.
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Individual recorded scans. Each row is one scan on one date. The published combined-window score is 1.1% over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026, measured across every answer in that window — a different sample from any single row below.
Scan date
Single-scan score
21 August 2026
0.9%
24 August 2026
1.3%
30 August 2026
0.9%
6 September 2026
1.6%
13 September 2026
1.3%
20 September 2026
1.1%
27 September 2026
0.2%
4 October 2026
1.1%
Latest scan = one scan. Overall visibility = all answers in the published window.
Visibility across AI platforms
Share of answers naming this brand
ChatGPT
0.8%
Perplexity
0.6%
AI Overviews
1.8%
21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026 (scans 1–8)
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Google AI Overviews names Gray Whale Gin most often.
It appears in 1.8% of collected Google AI Overviews answers and 0.6% of Perplexity answers: a difference of 1.2 percentage points within the published window. This describes where mentions occur; it does not establish why the platforms differ.
Named across 15 of 150 questions.
Gray Whale Gin appears in at least one collected answer to 10.0% of the tracked questions. That is question coverage; the 1.1% visibility score measures its share of individual answers.
Across 8 published scans, visibility ranged from 0.2% to 1.6%. The latest scan was 1.1% on 4 October 2026. Individual scan scores and the published-window score describe different samples.
The brand is named in at least one collected answer to each of these questions.
Best American gin brands
Best American gin for a gin and tonic
Best American gin for beginners
Best American gin for cocktail night
Best American gin for martinis
Best American gin under $80
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Recorded AI questions and answers
Recorded examples from the scan. Each card pairs a shopper’s prompt with an excerpt from the AI response.
Google AI Overviews
The question asked
Best American gin brands
From the recorded answer
Gray Whale Gin: Distilled along the Pacific migratory path, it incorporates locally sourced botanicals like California juniper, sea kelp, mint, and lime.
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Recorded answer text · Google AI Overviews · 4 October 2026
The best American gin brands feature distinct craft profiles that break away from traditional juniper-heavy London Dry styles.
### Top American Gin Brands
- Barr Hill (Caledonia Spirits): Distilled in Vermont with a base of raw honey, this gin offers a rich, floral, and uniquely smooth finish that shines in a Bee's Knees cocktail.
- St. George Spirits: Based in California, they are pioneers of the American craft gin movement, known for Botanivore (herb-forward and complex) and Terroir (infused with Douglas fir, California bay laurel, and coastal sage).
- Junipero Gin: Produced in California, it is widely credited as the first modern post-Prohibition American craft gin (launched in 1996), offering a bold, high-proof, juniper-forward punch.
- Bluecoat American Gin: Distilled in Pennsylvania, this organic American dry gin is crisp, bright, and heavy on organic American citrus peels.
- Aviation American Gin: Hailing from Oregon, this mainstream favorite features a softer, smoother, and more balanced blend of lavender, cardamom, and sarsaparilla rather than a sharp pine punch.
- Gray Whale Gin: Distilled along the Pacific migratory path, it incorporates locally sourced botanicals like California juniper, sea kelp, mint, and lime.
If you want to narrow down the right bottle, tell me:
- How you plan to drink it (Martini, Gin & Tonic, Negroni, or neat)
- Your preferred flavor profile (citrusy, floral, earthy/savory, or juniper-forward)
- Your approximate budget per bottle
ChatGPT
The question asked
Best American gin for martinis
From the recorded answer
| Gray Whale Gin | Citrus, floral, coastal botanicals | A brighter, more modern martini; good with a lemon peel. vinepair.com | …
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Recorded answer text · ChatGPT · 4 October 2026
For a classic gin martini, the best American gins are usually ones with a strong juniper backbone, enough proof (around 45% ABV is ideal), and botanicals that won't disappear behind vermouth. Here are some top picks: www.bonappetit.comwww.barrhill.com
### Best American gins for martinis
| Gin | Style | Why it works in a Martini |
|---|---|---|
| St. George Spirits Terroir Gin | Foresty, herbal, piney | Excellent if you like a savory, complex martini with a “walk through the woods” character. |
| Barr Hill Gin | Juniper + wildflower honey | Rounder and softer than a London Dry; makes a richer martini, especially with a lemon twist. www.bonappetit.comwww.barrhill.com |
| Greenhook Ginsmiths American Dry Gin | Classic dry style | A strong choice if you want a traditional martini profile with American craft character. vinepair.com |
| Gray Whale Gin | Citrus, floral, coastal botanicals | A brighter, more modern martini; good with a lemon peel. vinepair.com |
| Aviation American Gin | Floral, balanced | Easy-drinking and approachable, though less juniper-forward than traditional martini gins. |
### My picks by martini style
- Classic dry martini (olive, very little vermouth): St. George Terroir or a traditional dry-style American gin
- 50/50 martini (equal gin and vermouth): Barr Hill or a balanced dry gin; the vermouth gets more room to show vinepair.com
- Dirty martini: A juniper-forward gin like St. George works well because it stands up to olive brine
- Gibson (cocktail onion): Try Barr Hill or a more herbal gin for extra depth
If I were choosing one bottle for a home martini bar:
1. St. George Terroir - most distinctive and “serious cocktail” oriented
2. Barr Hill Gin - smooth, unique, and excellent for experimenting www.barrhill.com
3. Greenhook American Dry - closest to a classic bartender's gin vinepair.com
For a very traditional martini, I'd lean toward a juniper-forward dry gin rather than a sweeter or heavily floral American gin. vinepair.com
Perplexity
The question asked
Best American gin for a gin and tonic
From the recorded answer
Gray Whale Gin - citrusy and coastal, especially good with a dry tonic and grapefruit garnish.
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Recorded answer text · Perplexity · 4 October 2026
Four Corners American Gin is the best American choice for a gin and tonic. It has enough juniper and citrus character to stand up to tonic while remaining crisp and balanced, and it was rated the best overall G&T gin by Wine Enthusiast.
Good alternatives:
- Vara High Desert Gin - a distinctive American gin with dry, earthy desert botanicals.
- Perry's Tot Navy Strength Gin - bolder and more concentrated; ideal if you like a stronger, juniper-forward G&T.
- Gray Whale Gin - citrusy and coastal, especially good with a dry tonic and grapefruit garnish.
- St. George Terroir Gin - herbal and savory, best with a light tonic and lemon.
For the drink, use 2 oz gin, 4-5 oz chilled tonic, plenty of ice, and a lemon or grapefruit twist.
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Overall visibility combines answers within the published dates. Some market series accumulate scans from launch; others use four-scan cycles. A new cycle changes the scoring window, while individual scan history is retained. Compare the dates and sample sizes before comparing periods.
In the Found by Flux AI Visibility Index, Gray Whale Gin ranks #19 among 43 tracked brands for Wine & Spirits · United States (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). Its visibility is 1.1%. It was named in 38 of 3,599 AI answers across 15 of 150 tracked questions, averaging position 2.3 when mentioned.
Source: Found by Flux · ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. Visibility measures mentions in this sample, not sales or recommendation quality.
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The scope, scores and comparisons behind this brand profile.
What is this brand’s AI Visibility Score?
Found by Flux records 1.1% AI visibility for Gray Whale Gin in Wine & Spirits · United States, measured over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026. It ranks #19 among 43 tracked brands.
How often does AI mention this brand?
Gray Whale Gin was named in 38 of 3,599 collected AI answers, across 15 of 150 tracked questions, for Wine & Spirits · United States (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). A mention can include a comparison or qualification; it is not necessarily a recommendation.
How is the AI Visibility Score calculated?
Found divides the number of collected answers naming Gray Whale Gin by all 3,599 answers in the published Wine & Spirits · United States sample, then multiplies by 100. The same question set is used across ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. See the Found methodology for the scope and limitations.
