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With\u00a0National Gin & Tonic Day on April 9th just around the corner, there\u2019s no better time to raise a glass to one of the world\u2019s most enduring cocktails. This occasion invites gin lovers, bartenders, and curious sippers alike to celebrate the perfect balance of botanical gin and crisp tonic water\u2014a simple yet iconic serve that continues to evolve with every new craft gin and artisanal mixer. Whether highlighting a signature serve, a limited-edition expression, or a fresh twist on the classic, National Gin & Tonic Day is the ultimate platform to toast creativity, craftsmanship, and timeless taste.<\/p>\n
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Gin brands that are prized by bartenders and those who wish to mix a G & T at home include\u00a0Devil\u2019s Grin<\/a>,\u00a0Middle West Spirits<\/a>,\u00a0The Muff Liquor Company<\/a>,\u00a0Drumshanbo<\/a>,\u00a0Gracias A Dios<\/a>,\u00a0\u00a0Damrak<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Fluere<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n We had an opportunity to get some insights from two New York City bartenders about a few top shelf gins and how well they work in a Gin & Tonic.<\/p>\n Ali Ahmaz, Bartender at L\u2019Avenue at Saks in NYC\u00a0 stated,\u00a0\u201cGracias a Dios Oaxaca Gin <\/a>is one of my favorite picks for a Gin & Tonic because it has enough juniper to feel true to gin, but also a subtle mezcal-like structure that gives the drink more depth and personality. It\u2019s fragrant on the nose, very light and smooth on the palate, with a clean finish and a botanical edge that works beautifully with tonic. The result is a G&T that feels fresh, balanced, and just a little more interesting than the classic build.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n Megan Staniford, Bartender at Mean Fiddler in NYC commented, “I usually prefer a classic Gin & Tonic, so the original Gunpowder Gin<\/a> is my go-to. It\u2019s crisp, balanced, and does exactly what you want it to do. I\u2019ve been a fan since it first launched. If I\u2019m in the mood for something brighter, I\u2019ll reach for the Gunpowder Sardinian Citrus Gin \u2014 the lemon really comes through and keeps it fresh. I also love the tropical notes in the Pineapple expression, which works beautifully in a G&T and also shines in cocktails.”<\/p>\n We want to share a recipe with our readers so they can celebrate Gin & Tonic Day on April 9th and whenever the mood for the refreshing classic cocktail strikes.<\/p>\n G&T\u00a0<\/p>\n Ingredients:<\/p>\n