Hendrick's Gin

For a country known for its whiskey, Hendrick's Gin certainly got it together as an alternative to the Scotch whiskey normally produced in Scotland. That being said, distillers William Grant & Sons are known the world over for Glenfiddich, Grant's, Tullamore Dew and Drambuie; so gin is an unusual addition to their range.

I rarely drink a martini anymore but a gin and tonic is my choice of a refreshing drink on a hot summer day. According to Leslie Gracie, Henrick's Gin Master Distiller, Henrick's is best served with tonic water over ice with a cucumber garnish instead of the more traditional lime or lemon slice. Gin is flavoured with juniper berry as the main ingredient; Henrick's Gin is additionally flavoured with rose petals and cucumber infusions to add a distinctive flavour. I also read that Henrick's utilises a marriage of two spirits produced from a Carter-Head and Bennet Still to create a smooth gin balancing subtle flavours.