We love a spirit that is both delicious to drink and delicious to cook with, and gin is exactly that. So much more than the classic G&T (even though it’s still the OG), gin works perfectly with seafood, summery salads and wintry desserts. In honour of World Gin Day coming up, we’ve collated some of our fave recipes for a year-round celebration of this timeless tipple.

World Gin Day is celebrated, annually, on the second Saturday of June. This year, the drinks holiday will be observed on 8 June 2024.

Savoury Gin Recipes

That’s right, gin isn’t only for drinking! Using it in savoury dishes adds a wonderful depth of flavour to dressings and marinades, especially when using botanical gins.

Gin Cured Angelfish

We love the flavour the addition of gin gives this Angelfish ceviche. The tangy cured fish is the perfect appetiser, served atop crunchy bruschetta and creamy avo.

Recipe for Gin Cured Angelfish

Citrusy Summer Salad with Gin Dressing

Liven up your salad with citrus to add juiciness, sweetness and a bit of zest. While you’re at it, toss gin into the salad dressing for balanced bitter-sweet notes.

Recipe for Citrusy Summer Salad with Gin Dressing

Gibson Cocktail Oysters with Lime

This Gibson Cocktail-inspired mignonette sauce will take your oysters to the next level. Complete with Inverroche Classic, pickled onion and lime zest – it’s the perfect starter for an evening of opulence.

Recipe for Gibson Cocktail Oysters with Lime

Gin Botanical Cured Trout

A stunning dish infused with gin botanicals. Simply brush the trout with your favourite gin and serve alongside a G&T for double the deliciousness.

Recipe for Gin Botanical Cured Trout

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Sweet Gin Recipes

Summer or winter, there’s nothing you can’t do with gin! Swap out the summery salads for these delicious wintry desserts. They’re comforting, warm and will give you that extra kick on those nippy days.

Ginger Pear Cake with Gin & Tonic Poached and Caramelised Pears

Instead of using wine to poaching our pears, we’ve added a modern twist and used gin and tonic as a poaching liquid. This show-stopping cake is topped with the poached pears and drizzled with a delectable salted caramel sauce.

Recipe for Ginger Pear Cake with Gin & Tonic and Caramelised Pears

Dipped & Dusted Chocolate-Orange-Infused Truffles

Hosting a party? These dark chocolate truffles are decadent and the ultimate nightcap.

Recipe for Dipped & Dusted Chocolate-Orange-Infused Truffles

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Warm Gin Drinks

A classic G&T never disappoints, but if it’s a little chilly outside, these warm gin drinks might be more your style.

Warm & Spicy Buttered Gin Cocktail

Butter, spice and all things nice, this gin cocktail is filled with spiced butter and caramel goodness. Just the right tipple to warm you up on a cold winter’s night!

Recipe for Warm & Spicy Buttered Gin Cocktail

Gin Hot Chocolate with Homemade Marshmallows

Orange hot chocolate with bruléed homemade marshmallows, this recipe is a guaranteed winter warmer. We’ve used Inverroche Coco L’Orange to add some extra caramel and citrusy notes that complement the chocolate. Don’t forget the marshmallows!

Recipe for Gin Hot Chocolate with Homemade Marshmallows

Check our list of Standout South African Gins to see how many local craft gins are on offer.