1Riedel Gin Set Optic O
A good G&T deserves a proper glass, and Riedel's gin glasses are shaped to hold plenty of ice and let the botanicals come through. This set of four has a ribbed optic pattern that catches the light, and they're dishwasher safe for after the party.
Pros
- Shaped for ice and aroma.
- Set of four.
- Dishwasher safe.
Cons
- A tumbler shape rather than a big copa balloon.
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2Fever-Tree Premium Indian Tonic Water
Most of a gin and tonic is the tonic, so it matters. Fever-Tree's Indian Tonic uses quinine from the Congo and bitter orange oils from Mexico for a clean, crisp taste that lets a good gin shine. A stash of small bottles means a fresh mixer for every glass.
Pros
- Clean, crisp taste.
- Natural quinine.
- Lets the gin come through.
Cons
- Check pack sizes, as they differ between the UK and US.
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3Tovolo King Cube ice tray
Big ice cubes melt slowly, so the drink stays cold without going watery. Tovolo's King Cube tray makes six chunky 2-inch cubes that look great in a glass. The silicone pops the cubes out easily and goes in the dishwasher.
Pros
- Big cubes melt slowly.
- Easy to pop out.
- Dishwasher safe.
Cons
- 2-inch cubes suit wide glasses, not tall slim ones.
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4Gin: The Manual by Dave Broom
Dave Broom tasted 120 gins and tried each one with tonic, with lemonade, in a negroni and in a martini. The book groups them by flavour so gin lovers can find new bottles they'll like and the best way to drink them. It's practical, opinionated and fun to read.
Pros
- 120 gins tasted and scored.
- Pairings for each gin.
- Helps find new favourites.
Cons
- Some gins may be hard to find in every country.
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5Cocktail Kingdom Japanese jigger
A proper measure is the difference between a balanced gin and tonic and a guess. Cocktail Kingdom's Japanese jigger is the one bartenders use, slim and easy to pour from, with 25ml and 50ml cups and extra lines inside for other measures.
Pros
- Accurate measures.
- Slim and easy to pour.
- Bartender favourite.
Cons
- US version measures in ounces, so check which one you're buying.
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What to buy someone who loves gin
Gin lovers already have bottles they love, so kit that makes a better drink often lands well. The best gifts for gin lovers improve the glass, the mixer or the measure. A gin book helps them find new bottles. If you do buy a bottle, pick one from a distillery they haven't tried.
How we picked these gifts for gin lovers
We picked each product for what gin lovers enjoy and because it makes sense as a present. The order is our own choice. The pros and cons come from published product details, not customer reviews.
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