Elsewhere in the capital, artisanal gins are still just starting to catch on in the hottest bars. Even among the city’s social elite, many prefer to stick with the familiarity of a high-end pisco or an imported whiskey. Camila Aguirre Aburto works as a brand ambassador for Gin Provincia. Then she shows off the botanicals, like boldo, that give the gin flavor. “Close your eyes, smell the gin,” says Ms. Aguirre, who learned English by watching the “Scream” movies and speaking to friends.

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Persons: Camila Aguirre Aburto, Aguirre, “, ” Organizations: Gin, New York Times, Travel Dispatch Locations: Gin Provincia, Chilean, Patagonia, Chile