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TAKE A JOURNEY OF GIN DISCOVERY WITH THE GIN TO MY TONIC

Award-Winning Meet-The-Maker Gin Shows, Gin Festivals & Gin Tastings

Join us as we indulge in a fantastic celebration of all things gin! The Gin To My Tonic are bringing gin-centric events to a city near you with a focus on outstanding craftsmanship, delightful flavour and the most enjoyable drinking experiences. Love gin? Then join us for something totally unique.

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GIN!
This simple word has literally changed our lives. Launching in January 2017 we started ‘The Gin To My Tonic’ as a social media blog, a New Years resolution, and as an escape from our 9-5 reality. Little did we know where this would lead us...
On Thursday last week we won “Best Consumer Launch Show”. We can honestly say that this award means the world to us. We literally pour our hearts and souls into everything we do, and to us, this is way more than a business, but a passion we can continue to immerse ourselves in.
The ride hasn’t always been easy; don’t let anyone tell you something is not possible, or there’s no room for you, or that you are not good enough. Self doubt is an awful thing, but opportunities are their to be grabbed and life is what you make it.
Just make sure you have a good friend in your corner to share a G&T with along the way. Love Em & Paul x #thegintomytonic

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Mojito inspired Gin & Tonic anyone?
@whitbygin was born following a camping trip in the Outer Hebrides in June 2017. Inspired by the islands many distilleries, Jess Slater turned to Luke Pentith and wondered why their hometown of Whitby didn’t have one of its own.
Fast forward to today and they how have a range of gins with provenance and individuality, placing Whitby firmly on the gin map. Authentic craftsmanship is at the heart of what they do, and the human touch is evident at all stages of the process.
We had the pleasure of properly meeting Jess & Luke at ‘The Gin To My Tonic Show’ in Liverpool and we instantly fell in love with their creations. Their London Dry has been voted the worlds best at the World Gin Award this year, and we have to say its outstanding. Inspired by the ingredients used by Whitby smugglers in the 1700s, Whitby Gin pays homage to Whitby town’s rich history with foraged local botanicals from the coast and moorland. This flavourful recipe, distilled using the London dry method, includes Moorland heather, sugar kelp and local Yorkshire honey to create a bold artisan gin.
Their Old Tom (pictured) is an interesting variation on this award-winning recipe and uses wild native botanicals to create a uniquely crafted gin with a slightly sweeter finish. Vanilla, nutty notes come through from the handpicked gorse, blending perfectly with the fruitiness of the gooseberry. A touch of honey is added which brings out sweet botanical notes. The use of gooseberry in particular really captured our attention, especially as there’s a tartness and sharpness that translates beautifully against the sweeter botanicals.
As a serve we opted to pair the Old Tom with a Lemon Tonic garnished with mint. #thegintomytonic

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Dream big, work hard and surround yourself with amazing people who you can share a G&T with along the way 🙌🏻
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The month of October brings much excitement for many a gin fan as we all eagerly await the release of the Monkey 47 Distiller’s Cut edition. With a limited number of bottles produced it is little wonder that it remains a highlight for many.
This year the ‘Species Rara’ is Myristicae arillus (Macis) or you may be more familiar with the term Nutmeg Mace.
A soft yet warming addition to the blend the addition of the nutmeg mace most certainly adds a delicious angle to the existing recipe. On the nose it is as bold as ever with a medley of scents standing proud.
To taste there is a soft and well balanced lasting sweetness on the palate. The complexities and what we all love about Monkey 47 shine through as ever.
We served in the traditional Becher and paired with Fever-Tree Indian Tonic Water and dehydrated orange.
Bravo team Monkey 47 on this years Distiller’s Cut.
#thegintomytonic @monkey47 #monkeydrum

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Who doesn’t love a gin shelfie? The excitement of trying new gins, returning to old favourites and choosing what to add to a collection is a real joy. We also have to confess that the OCD side of us (traits in both Em & Paul!) love to organise, so getting everything just how we want is also fun as well.
Now this is only one half of the collection (we share and swap often!). The top shelf of this collection has cocktail mixer ingredients, miniatures, unusual gin creations from That Boutique-y and some collectable creations from Fifty Pounds, Tanqueray and of course Monkey 47 (latest Distillers Cut added today). Where possible everything is then ordered alphabetically with some gin literature stored at the bottom. At times we find ourselves gazing at the collection to figure out what gin to have…it’s a good problem to have!
What gin is next on the list to add to your collection, comment below ⬇️ and if you see anything missing give us recommendations!
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@mermaidgin PINK is the latest redesign from the @isleofwightdistillery
Bottled at 38% ABV it infuses the flavour and aroma of Island strawberries, with the smooth yet complex taste of the original Mermaid Gin.
All the things you love about the original remains, such as juniper, rock samphire, lemon zest, elderflower and grains of paradise, however it’s of course the mighty strawberry that steals the show here. The combination of the citrus, peppery notes and seaside keep this interesting mind, making his more than just a one-dimension fruit gin. You do feel like you are drinking in the Isle of Wight seaside with their creations.
Rock samphire is also known locally as “Mermaid’s Kiss” as grows just above the seas high tide line. We thought this was oddly fitting with this latest redesign.
Kudos to the distillery for once again creating a plastic free bottle made entirely of recyclable materials.
Surely this is destined to become a lamp, vase or wedding table centre piece somewhere near you.. at least someone will have fun drinking the gin first!
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Seeing as it is Martini Monday we have created a ‘Manly Spirits Vesper Martini’ using two of the delicious spirits in their impressive award winning range. Now we have to confess that we fell a bit in love with the Botanical Vodka at The Gin To My Tonic Show, Liverpool and we simply couldn’t wait to combine with the Coastal Citrus Dry Gin and make a punchy, flavourful Vesper Martini!
The folks at Manly describe the Coastal Citrus Gin as being all about summer hazy days, balmy beach days and nights and good company. Just what we need on a damp autumnal day like this! As with their Australian Dry the Coastal Citrus Gin is inspired by the stunning coastline and the rich botanicals that inhabit the landscape. The blend is as you would expect it to be, lcitrus forward as well as bright and vibrant on the palate. Bold Juniper notes are ever present and there is a delicious savoury undertone. A crisp lasting finish on the palate.
So what about the Botanical Vodka – Marine we hear you ask? This is an incredibly smooth, fresh and flavourful Vodka, a good pick if gin is your thing. It is handcrafted with as much love and care as their gins and is of course inspired by the coastal landscape that surrounds the distillery. Manly Spirits use sustainable foraged native botanicals to create a savoury vodka with fresh sea air notes that is also balanced with umami flavours.
The Vesper Martini is an iconic classic cocktail. A sophisticated serve that packs a flavourful punch on the palate. It is also very easy to make at home!

Ingredients:
50ml Manly Spirits Coastal Citrus Dry Gin
20ml Manly Spirits Botanical Vodka
10ml Lillet Blanc
Lemon twist (Garnish)
Method:
Place a Martini Glass in the freezer for approximately 20 minutes
Add the gin, vodka and lillet blanc to a cocktail shaker with ice
Shake vigorously for a minute or so (aerate the cocktail!)
Strain into the Martini glass and garnish with a lemon twist.
The perfect remedy for a Monday evening.....

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Looking for a gin bargain? How about
@edenmill Chilli and Ginger available at @aldiuk
As self confessed spice addicts, this gin ticks our boxes by using hot chilli peppers and zesty root ginger, which is then infused into a citrus and coriander forward gin, to conjure images of South East Asia.
As the name would suggest Chilli and Ginger dominate. The heat is obvious on the nose, which only wets our gin appetite further. To taste chilli and ginger spring forward, it’s a mighty charge but deeply rewarding, before the heat relaxes and it’s botanical counterparts (juniper, orange, lemon, coriander, marshmallow root and cassia bark) make themselves known.
Those unsure of spice should not be alarmed, as with every gin it’s all in the serve, so the spice can be played up or played down depending on garnish or your choice of drink (cocktail vs. gin & tonic). Personally we like the heat explosion hence the addition of chilli, but orange alone would help amplify the citrus notes and add balance to the spice. Eden Mill also recommend a Bloody Mary cocktail, which is superb!
The price point is pretty rewarding as well, at £19.99 it’s only the spice that’s going to make your eyes water! #thegintomytonic

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The seasons are slowly changing and we are gearing ourselves up for a release of a whole host of delicious autumnal gins. It has been great to see on Instagram so many people out there foraging for Sloe Berries in preparation to make the seasonal stalwart that is of course, one of our nations absolute favourites, Sloe Gin.
This evening we return to one of our favourite blends in the form of Monkey 47 Sloe Gin. It is a thoroughly delicious serve that uses the Monkey 47 gin base that is lovingly blended with sloe berries.
In our opinion a good quality Sloe Gin should be rich and deep in colour, full of spiced and sweet marzipan notes. Monkey 47 Sloe Gin ticks all of these boxes. It is also versatile in that is delicious neat over ice, works well in a glass of fizz, is a dream when paired with Fever-Tree Lemon Tonic and is a refreshing long serve when mixed with soda water. What is not to love??
If you haven’t tried already and are looking for a Sloe Gin to add to the collection then absolutely give this one a try, you won’t be disappointed.
@monkey47 #thegintomytonic

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Remember that holiday on the Italian Riviera? Or perhaps you’ve always wanted to go? This gin is sure to take you there and back!
Described as the "Spirit of the Italian Riviera", @ondinagin is distilled using spring water from the Alps and nineteen botanicals, including juniper from the Apennine Mountains, Grande Verde di Genova basil from Liguria, lemons and oranges from Southern Italy, orris root from Tuscany, liquorice from Calabria, and sage, marjoram, thyme and fennel from Piemonte and its neighbours.
On the nose juniper blends with green herbs, citrus and spice effortlessly. It’s a seductive aroma, subtle yet flirty, with images of Italy planted firmly in mind prior to the first sip.
To taste oily juniper takes control, with basil and a beautiful bouquet of Italian herbs making themselves known. Orange, lemon and pepper provide balance. To finish, the citrus and spice begin subside to leave you with fresh basil in all its glory. Surprisingly, the gin is actually quite creamy in texture, which only adds to the charm.
To summarise, the flavour journey is the equivalent of riding a Vespa down beautiful coastal Italian roads, there’s lots of turns, but they are all massively enjoyable. We also love that each element, whether that by savoury, citrus or spice, has layers to it for complexity.
As a serve we opted for @fevertreemixers Mediterranean Tonic and a garnish of fresh basil to highlight the existing flavour. This also makes an awesome Negroni, which should come as no surprise as the gin is owned by Campari Group.
Now, you’ll have to excuse us as we escape the rain and get lost in our thoughts of sun drenched Italy....
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Next Show

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The Gin To My Tonic Show: Meet-the-Makers. Glasgow. 13th-15th March 2020.

Next Festival

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The Gin To My Tonic Festival Leicester. 19th October 2019.

Next Tasting

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Gin Tasting Cruise. Henley-on-Thames. Various Dates Across 2019.

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