Toast to International G&T Day with delectable recipes

The secret behind a great gin and tonic (G&T) is simplicity.  Not only is gin light and refreshing on the palate, but it is easy to make. Have your preferred gin topped with tonic, and voila!

Beam Suntory’s portfolio of brands consists of the flavourful Japanese masterpiece, Roku Gin, which artfully balances six unique Japanese botanicals to create a perfectly balanced multi-layered gin that alludes to the impeccable flavours and authenticity of the region. 

The unique blend of these botanicals includes Sakura Flower or Yae-sakura and Sakuna Leaf or Oshima-sakura, which add the floral hints; Sencha Tea and Gyokuro Tea for the full-bodied aroma; Sansho pepper or Bu-do Sansho for the spicy notes, and Yuzu Peel for the sweet citrus fruitiness.

On International Gin and Tonic Day, here are some concoctions by Beam Suntory to help you savour your classic G&Ts at home with a twist, using Roku Gin!

Roku Tonic:

Roku gin, Tonic Water and six strands of ginger

• Ingredients:
  • 30 ml Roku Gin
  • 120 ml Tonic

• Garnish:
  • Ginger sticks, as per your preference
• Method:
  • Add all ingredients and build. Serve over cubed ice in a highball glass. Garnish with ginger slices.

Roku Sonic- Roku Gin, Tonic Water, Soda Water, Lime

• Ingredients:
  • 30 ml Roku Gin
  • 60 ml Tonic Water
  • 60 ml Soda Water             

• Garnish:
  • Lime garnish, as per your preference

• Method:
  • Add ice to a highball glass and stir to chill glass. Add Roku and stir to chill. Top with tonic.