Gin’s Best Mate

Gin and tonic is a classic drink worldwide. While a wedge of lime and simple tonic water is the classic, the new range of gin flavors has opened the floodgates to creative garnishes and different tonic that showcase a flavor from the gin: an orange or grapefruit section, cucumber slice, stalk of lemongrass, or even flower petals if the spirit seems rosy. Get a run-down of different gin flavor profiles, plus a recipe for homemade tonic water.