MAKE IT A DOUBLE

With so much happening on the gin scene here and overseas, here are two of the latest exciting options available.

SOURCE PURE CARDRONA GIN

This limited single cask release has been mellowed in a buttery Domaine Rewa ex-chardonnay cask from The French Potter in Central Otago. Rich and luscious in the mouth and perfect for a winter G&T or a decadent olive martini, this is exclusive – and tasty – stuff. $153 from cardrona distillery.com.

PEDDLERS SHANGHAI CRAFT GIN

Founded by a group of Kiwi and Chinese friends in Shanghai, this first craft gin from China has powerful earthy notes enhanced by aromatic East Asian mint, strongly scented Buddha’s hand (a type of citrus) and Sichuan pepper on the finish. A magic option for a gin and tonic, negroni or martini. $84.95 from most liquor stores or peddlersgin.com.