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The G & Sea cocktail, a refreshing Scottish craft gin drink infused with citrus and a hint of the sea, made with Heart of Scotland Gin.
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Our G & Sea (G&T)

Sun-soaked twist on the classic Gin & Tonic—Heart of Scotland Gin with a sparkling tonic finish, finished with a saline kiss and bright citrus.
Refreshing, simple, and perfectly balanced. Heart of Scotland Distillery
Prep Time10 minutes
Servings: 1 Cocktail
Spirit: Gin
Occasion : Refreshing,, Warm Evenings
Calories: 120

Equipment

Ingredients

🧪 Ingredients

  • 50 ml Heart of Scotland Gin Original or Navy Strength
  • 200 ml Premium tonic water e.g. Fever-Tree, or to taste
  • 1 Handful Ice

 Garnish

  • 1 Swirl Lemon
  • 1 Wedger Lemon For glass rimming

Instructions

  • Salt the rim:
    Run a cut lemon or lime wedge around the glass edge. Dip into coarse sea salt—Blackthorn salt of Ayr is recommended, echoing your gin’s signature ingredient
  • Add ice:
    Fill the glass halfway with ice (around 8 cubes), balancing chill with minimal dilution
  • Build & serve:
    Pour in gin and top with tonic. Gently swirl to combine

Notes :

Navy Strength brings a bolder, spicier backbone; London Dry is lighter and more floral.
A coarse sea-salt rim (Blackthorn Salt of Ayr) adds a clean, coastal snap that lifts the botanicals.
Tonic choice matters: Mediterranean = softer, herbal; Indian = classic quinine bite; Light = lower sugar, crisper finish.
 

Garnish:

Lime slice or swirl of lemon 

Tips:

Keep the rim thin—just enough for a savoury edge without dominating the sip.
Build gently: add cold gin over plenty of ice, top with chilled tonic, and give a brief, soft stir to preserve carbonation.
Express citrus oils (twist over the glass) before dropping in for brighter aroma.
Use a balloon glass and large, clear ice for slower dilution and elegant presentation.
Outdoors-friendly: pre-chill gin and tonic; rim the glass on site for the freshest salt note.
 
 

🌊 Why You’ll Love It

    • A coastal twist on a timeless G&T—clean, crisp, and beautifully balanced.
    • The salted rim makes botanicals pop and adds savoury complexity.
    • Fast and foolproof to build, yet looks bar-quality every time.
    • Easily tailored: swap tonic styles, choose lemon or orange, or add a few juniper berries for aroma.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 Portion | Calories: 120kcal | Sugar: 10g