They say to it takes a lot of beer to make great wine, but really what is better that a perfectly balanced gin on a balmy evening, especially when the base spirit is artisanally crafted from wine.

Batch one uses a traditional base of Juniper, Cardamom, Coriander, Orris root and Licorice root with the addition of Pomegranate seed, pink peppercorn, pimento pepper and sweet orange peel with a hint of ginger. It pairs perfectly with an Indian tonic or is quite happy served neat, a testament to the quality of the spirit.

Serve with rosemary, a slice of orange and indian tonic in a long glass with ice