When Andi Ross, Master Distiller behind Island Gin describes Great Barrier Island as being like a “lost world”, she means it in the best way possible. With unrivalled sights to explore and a sizeable distance from mainland New Zealand, it really is like stepping into a dreamscape.

From seaside city of Taranaki to the ski fields of Cardrona, New Zealand is home to many a craft distillery producing spirits of the highest calibre. We round up 10 noteworthy gins.

Do you love gin? Do you love Tasmania? Then get down to this year’s Gin-uary festival 8-9 January 2022, in Hobart. ​ ​Sample gins from over 25 distillers, meet the makers, snack on some delicious local produce and enjoy the Gin-uary bar slinging cocktails and G&Ts.

Tough times call for tough measures. Gin Society’s lockdown survival jerry cans have been designed to satisfy our members needs in these uncertain times. Built by hand and bespoke to each customers individual requirements. They contain all the essentials for the adventurous ginthusiasts.

So, just what is jenever? Let's take a look at the differences between gin and jenever and where you can sample the spirit of Schiedam - the home of jenever with some iconic brands.

Turning away from traditional gin botanicals, distiller Miko Abouaf tells us about how his adventures with honey, vanilla and tonka led to the creation of Pink Pepper Gin.

Dropped in to Joadja Distillery last week to taste their two new releases, Highland Dry Gin and Barrel Aged Gin. I wasn't disappointed. Definitely worth the visit!

When you think of Irish drinks, Guinness, whiskey and Irish coffee come to mind but maybe not gin. However in recent years Ireland has produced some exceptional distillers who are creating top quality craft gins. In celebration of St Patrick’s Day this week, we thought we’d highlight a few premium Irish craft gins placing the Emerald Isle well and truly on the gin map.

London to Lima Glacier Gin is the creation of British Distiller Alex James and his Peruvian wife Karena, both of whom made the adventurous move - along with their two 20-litre copper pot stills from London to Lima.