Every second Saturday of June, World Gin Day invites connoisseurs and casual sippers alike to toast the timeless spirit that continues to evolve with every pour. This year, falling on June 14, the celebration is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a nod to gin’s remarkable journey from ancient herbal elixirs to modern-day mixology marvel.
To mark the occasion, we’ve rounded up a spirited collection of cocktails that showcase the very best of gin—from floral-forward fizzers and herbaceous highballs to decadent sips with unexpected twists. Whether you’re drawn to the Japanese elegance of Roku, the whimsical charm of Hendrick’s, or looking to discover niche craft labels, these recipes are your passport to gin-filled revelry.
So go ahead—shake, stir, and celebrate the magic of juniper in all its delicious forms. Cheers to World Gin Day!
Roku Gin: Japanese Harmony in a Glass
Celebrate the season with Roku Gin, a refined blend of six native Japanese botanicals that offers a smooth, balanced sip rooted in traditional craftsmanship.
Roku Gin Fizz
A refreshing, floral highball that beautifully balances the citrusy zest of lemon with the delicate botanicals of Roku® Gin.
Ingredients:
- Roku Japanese Craft Gin 50ml
- Sugar syrup 25 ml
- Lemon Juice 25 ml
- Soda Top Up
- Ice
Method:
- Add Roku Japanese Craft Gin, sugar syrup and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker & shake.
- Strain and add to a glass with ice, top with soda and then stir gently.
- Garnish with lemon slice/wedge and Edible Flower.
Garnish: Lemon Slice/Wedge with an Edible Flower
Glassware: Highball Glass
Roku Lavender Spritz
A light and aromatic spritz that blends Roku® Gin’s refined botanicals with soothing lavender and green tea for an elegant, effervescent sip.
Ingredients:
- Roku Japanese Craft Gin 50ml
- Lavender syrup 15ml
- Green Tea 30ml
- Lemon Juice 10ml
- Soda Top Up
- Ice cubes
Method:
- Add Roku Japanese Craft Gin, Lavender syrup, green tea and lemon juice to a glass and stir.
- Add ice, top with soda and then stir gently.
Garnish: Dried Lavender Flower or Edible Flower
Glassware: Champagne Flute or Wine Glass
Hendrick’s Gin: Quirky, Classic, and Always Crisp
Known for its rose and cucumber infusion, Hendrick’s brings eccentric charm to every cocktail. Whether it’s a bold Gin Buck or a timeless G&T, expect elegance with a twist.
Gin Buck Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients:
- 50 ml Hendrick’s Original Gin
- 15 ml fresh lemon juice
- 2 dashes Angostura® bitters
- Top with ginger ale
Method:
- Combine Hendrick’s Gin, lemon juice, and bitters in a highball glass filled with cubed ice
- Top with chilled ginger ale
- Stir lightly
- Serve with a wink and a little bit of unfinished business
Garnish: 3 thinly sliced cucumber rounds
Hendrick’s and Tonic
Ingredients:
- 1 part Hendrick’s Gin
- 3 parts Premium Tonic Water
- 3 rounds of Cucumber
- Cucumber to Garnish
Method:
- Combine all ingredients in a highball glass filled with cubed ice.
- Lightly stir.
Garnish: 3 thinly sliced rounds of cucumber and serve.
Beefeater Pink Strawberry: Fruity Fizz and Citrus Kicks
A playful twist on the classic London Dry, Beefeater Pink infuses natural strawberry flavours into its traditional botanicals. It’s light, fruity, and subtly sweet—perfect for fresh, berry-forward cocktails like The Pinklet.
The Pinklet
Ingredients:
- 50ml Beefeater Pink Strawberry
- 20ml Fresh lime juice
- 10ml Sugar
Method:
Shaken, served straight.
Garnish: Strawberry
Malfy Con Limone: Zesty Italian Charm
Crafted on the Italian coast, Malfy Con Limone is a citrus-rich gin made with Amalfi lemon peels and juniper. It brings a sunny zest and refreshing vibrancy, ideal for spritz-style drinks and sparkling citrus serves.
Amalfi Settantacinque
Ingredients:
- 25 ml Malfy Con Limone
- 20 ml Clementine Juice
- 15 ml Simple Syrup
- 20 ml Lemon Juice
- 75ml ml Perrier – Jouet NV Brut
Method:
- Shake the first three ingredients and pour into a collins glass filled with ice.
- Top with seltzer/ soda.
Garnish: Can use grapefruit soda as well for an extra citrus punch.
Southern Bank: Small Batch, Big Flavor:
Southern Bank is a small-batch gin known for its clean, juniper-led profile with a balanced herbaceousness. In this cocktail, it provides an elegant base that holds up beautifully to rich truffle oil and the bitter-sweet depth of Campari and Cointreau.
Truffle Spy
Ingredients:
- 30 ML Southern Bank
- 30 ML Campari
- 15 ML Cointreau
- 30 ML Martini Extra Dry
- 2 Drop Truffle oil
Method:
- Put all ingredients in a sous vide bag with truffle for sous vide.
- Process for 2 hours, then take an ice bath.
- Pour into a glass with ice.
Garnish: Truffle shavings
Glass: Small Old Fashion
Ice: Ball Ice
(By Ankit Sharma, Bar Executive at Dos Delhi)
Panchphoran Gin: Five Spices, One Gin
This house-infused gin is steeped in panchphoran—a five-spice Bengali mix of fennel, cumin, fenugreek, nigella, and mustard seeds. It delivers an aromatic, spicy warmth that pairs wonderfully with tonic and citrus, making it a one-of-a-kind spiced highball.
Spice Shack
Ingredients (per cocktail):
- 60 ml Panchphoran Gin
- 120 ml Tonic Water
- 120 ml Tonic Water
Method:
Build directly in the glass over ice.
Glassware: Tall Hygge tumbler
Garnish: Orange wedge + Panchphoran spice salt (from leftover infusion spices)
(By Mr. Harish Chhimwal, Lead Mixologist at Monkey Bar)
Dirty GiGi
Ingredients:
- 45 ml Panchphoran Gin
- 15 ml Otto’s vermouth
- 10 ml Crystal lime
- 30 ml Amla brine
Method:
- Add the gin, Otto’s vermouth, crystal lime, and amla brine to a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously for about 10–15 seconds until well chilled.
- Fine strain the mixture into a Stylus coupe glass over a small block of ice.
Garnish: With a fresh fennel leaf.
(By Harish Chhimwal, Head Mixologist – The Grammar Room)
Your World Gin Day Cocktail Line-Up Awaits
Whether you’re hosting a garden soirée or enjoying a quiet evening ritual, there’s a perfect gin cocktail for every mood and moment. World Gin Day is more than a celebration of a spirit—it’s an invitation to explore its artistry, origins, and endless reinvention. With these must-try serves from some of the world’s most beloved gin brands, your glass will never be half empty. Cheers to discovery, creativity, and the botanical brilliance of gin!
