The Five Best Gin Cocktails Every Gin Lover Must Try

A timeless staple that never fails.

You’ll need:

• 50 ml Hensol Castle Welsh Dry Gin
• 150 ml premium tonic water
• Ice cubes
• Lemon peel or fresh herbs (rosemary or thyme) for garnish

How to make it:
Fill a large goblet glass with ice. Pour in the gin, top with tonic, and gently stir. Garnish with lemon or herbs for a refreshing aroma.

Sweet, floral, and bursting with colour – this cocktail is perfect for summer days.

You’ll need:

• 50 ml Hensol Castle Wild Strawberry & Hibiscus Gin
• 20 ml lemon juice
• 10 ml simple syrup
• Fresh strawberries

How to make it:

Muddle strawberries in a shaker, add gin, lemon juice, and syrup. Shake well with ice and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a strawberry.

A Welsh twist on the iconic Bramble cocktail – rich, fruity, and irresistibly smooth.

You’ll need:

• 50 ml Hensol Castle Black Gin
• 25 ml fresh lemon juice
• 15 ml sugar syrup
• 15 ml crème de cassis

How to make it:

Shake gin, lemon juice, and sugar syrup with ice, then strain into a glass filled with crushed ice. Drizzle crème de cassis over the top and garnish with a blackberry and lemon slice.

Light, refreshing, and elegant – the perfect cocktail for gin lovers who prefer a delicate touch.

You’ll need:

• 50 ml Hensol Castle Welsh Dry Gin
• 100 ml tonic water
• 10 ml elderflower cordial
• Cucumber ribbons

How to make it:

Add ice, gin, and tonic to a glass. Stir gently, then add elderflower cordial. Garnish with cucumber ribbons for a fresh finish.

The bright citrus and zest of this gin give a lively, modern twist – vibrant, tasty, and perfect for both casual nights and special occasions.

You’ll need:

• 50 ml Hensol Castle Blood Orange & Zest Gin
• 20 ml fresh orange juice
• 10 ml elderflower cordial
• 100 ml tonic water or sparkling water (for a lighter version)
• Orange slice and zest curl for garnish

How to make it:

Fill a highball or large balloon glass with ice. Pour in the gin, add fresh orange juice and elderflower cordial, then top with tonic or sparkling water. Stir gently. Garnish with an orange slice and a curl of zest for extra aroma and visual appeal.

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