The Power of Garnishes this World G&T Day
Hold up - are you mixing your G&T right? Because that slice of lemon or sprig of mint isn’t just for looks. The right garnish can completely transform your gin - lifting hidden flavours, balancing bold botanicals, or bringing out notes you never even knew were there.
So, before you pour your tonic this World G&T Day, let’s break down how to mix smarter (and sip better).
Strawberries
Perfect for: Sweet Gins
Sweet, soft, and gorgeous in the glass. Strawberries bring out berry or citrus sweetness and make your drink taste (and look) like summer in a glass.
Dried Lemon
Perfect for: Sweet or Rich Gins
A little dried lemon adds a mellow citrus sweetness - perfect for Sloe or Sherry-style gins. It balances rich or syrupy notes without overpowering.
Mint
Perfect for: Herbal or Citrus Gins
Fresh mint adds a cooling lift and enhances light botanicals - great for a gin that’s already bright and playful.
Cucumber
Perfect for: Dry or Herbaceous Gins
Cooling, refreshing, and super light. Cucumber tones down sharper notes and gives your G&T that smooth, spa-like feel.
Fresh Orange
Perfect for: Spiced or Warm Gins
Brings a juicy citrus lift that plays beautifully with cinnamon, vanilla, or barrel-aged notes. Orange wakes up cozy gins and keeps them from feeling too heavy.
Grapefruit
Perfect for: Citrus or Fruity Gins
Zesty, tangy, and bold — grapefruit amplifies those bright, summery flavours and adds a hit of sophistication. Try it with citrus-forward gins or anything tropical and juicy.
Sooo… Have you been mixing according to the list? Of course it all comes down to your taste buds as well, if you have any strange reccomendations let us know!