First things first, there’s no one right way to drink gin. But that’s all part of the beauty of it. It’s versatile, it’s expressive, and with the right bottle (may we suggest one with a swan on the label?) it’s downright delicious. That being said, we appreciate that sometimes a little guidance wouldn’t go amiss, so whether you’re a seasoned sipper or curious to dip your toes into the world of gin, let’s take a look at the best ways to enjoy this good old spirit.
The Art of Keeping it Simple
We always think that the beginning is a good place to start. So let’s start with a classic Gin & Tonic. It’s one of the most popular ways to enjoy gin for a reason. But don’t let its simplicity fool you. Done properly, it’s a masterclass in balance, refreshment and sophistication – nothing short of alchemical perfection.
Start with a balloon or highball glass and fill it generously with ice. Don’t be shy, the colder the better. Pour in 50ml Sipsmith London Dry Gin and top it up with 150ml of a premium tonic water of your choice (we’re partial to Fever-Tree® to really let the gin shine). Give it all a gentle stir then finish with a twist of fresh lime to garnish before sipping.
Time to Play Around
Already mastered the G&T? Well, it’s time to get fancy and level up your gin game. When it comes to cocktails, gin is your versatile best friend and a little curiosity goes a long way. It plays nicely with citrus, herbs, spices, berries, bubbles… you see where we’re going here.
You could start simple with a Tom Collins (gin, lemon, sugar, soda), or swap out other spirits in classic recipes such as a Gin Mule instead of vodka, or a Gin Paloma instead of tequila.
Remember, you don’t need to be a master mixologist and you can’t go too far wrong experimenting with a handful of good ingredients and a great gin.
Pick Your Pour
At Sipsmith, there isn’t one gin to rule them all; quite the opposite. Our collection has something for every mood, moment and mixer, so let us introduce you to our little family of flavours.
When Sipsmith Gives You Lemons
Enjoy a fresh, zesty, warming zing with an underlying hint of vanilla in our Lemon Drizzle Gin. We hand peel each and every lemon that gives this gin its aromatic freshness and sharp bite. Try a simple and eminently sippable zesty take on the French 75, which can be whipped up in moments.
A Zesty Number
For our Zesty Orange Gin, we took our award-winning London Dry Gin and dialled up the citrus to make a sunshine sip in a glass. It’s bursting with bright, fresh orange peel with just the right amount of sweetness. Try a twist on the classic espresso martini, designed for nights curled up by a roaring fire.
Feeling Fruity
Say hello to our fruitiest gin yet. Bursting with the flavours of juicy handpicked hedgerow fruits, our Very Berry Gin is expertly handcrafted and guaranteed to delight the tastebuds of all gin lovers. Enjoy it in a delightfully autumnal Very Berry Spritz, and sip knowing you’re helping to craft a better future with our 1% For The Planet partnership.
Take it Sloe
Think of sloe gin as Britain’s national liqueur, as limoncello is to Italy. We distil our award-winning London Dry Gin and leave it to rest on wild sloe berries, hand-picked in the autumn. It’s a seasonal favourite that’s subtle, complex and bursting with flavour. Try our Sloe Gin in a sloe gin negroni, a luxuriant berry alternative to the classic negroni.
The most important way to enjoy gin is the way you like it. So whether it’s neat, spritzed, shaken or stirred, with a wedge of lime or your whole herb garden, there’s so much to experiment with and explore. However you choose to drink yours, make sure to have a little fun and know that Sipsmith will be with you for every pour.
So go forth you curious sipper, the wonderful world of gin awaits…
Click here to find out full range of delightful cocktails.
