Gin tasting party
Taste four craft gins neat and with matched tonics and garnishes, then build a signature G&T.
- Guests
- 4-14 guests
- Party length
- 3 hours
- Prep time
- 2 hours
- Ages
- 18+
What it is
A tasting of four gins with different botanicals - classic juniper, citrus, floral and spiced - each paired with the right tonic and garnish. Ends with guests creating their own G&T. Good for birthdays and hen parties.
Plan ahead
- Two weeks before: buy a gin tasting set or four bottles, plus a selection of tonics (Indian, light, elderflower, Mediterranean).
- The day before: prepare garnishes: lime, grapefruit, cucumber, rosemary, pink peppercorns, orange peel, berries, juniper.
The four gins
- London dry (juniper-forward): Indian tonic and lime.
- Citrus gin: light tonic and grapefruit.
- Floral gin: elderflower tonic and cucumber.
- Spiced or navy-strength gin: Mediterranean tonic and orange peel with a cinnamon stick.
Perfect serve
A balloon glass full of ice, 25-50ml gin, top with 150ml chilled tonic poured down a spoon, then add the garnish.
Food and drink
- Canapés: blinis, olives, crisps, cucumber and salmon bites
- A cheese board
- Alcohol-free gin alternatives
Tips
- Fresh ice and cold tonic make the biggest difference.
- Keep pours small for tasting.
On the day
- Arrival (20 min): a welcome G&T.
- The gins (60 min): taste four gins neat, then with tonic and the matched garnish.
- Food break (30 min): canapés and nibbles.
- Build your own (30 min): guests create a signature G&T from the garnish bar.
- Vote (10 min): best gin and best creation.
Shopping list
gin tasting set
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copa gin glasses
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premium tonic water selection
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dried citrus garnish
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cocktail jigger
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botanical garnish kit
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