The Illusionist Gin (50cl, 45%)

The Illusionist is an organic gin made near Munich by two founders, Max Muggenthaler and Tim Steglich. It is blue in the glass and turns pink when mixed with tonic water, which is why it comes in a dark bottle. Sixteen ingredients from local and international growers go into it, among them liquorice root, mace, citrus peel, cardamom, lavender, angelica, rosemary and juniper berries. The botanicals are infused in alcohol and then distilled in traditional copper pot stills, in small batches. It is fresh and highly aromatic, with a balanced profile of citrus, balsamic freshness and soft spice.