On this special World Gin Day episode of Sips Across the Sea, hosts Eric Zandona @ezdrinking and David T. Smith @summerfruitcup raise a glass to one of the world's most beloved spirits. They dive into the origins of World Gin Day, and the underappreciated combination of gin and water. Expect spirited discussions about this classic serve, how different ratios of water effects the taste of gins, drinks in classic films, the beauty of Pink Gin, the uniqueness of UK pub culture, temperance, prohibition, and no episode would be complete without a mention of old Jene and Lionel.

Whether you're a die-hard gin enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on the various ways to enjoy the beauty of juniper.

Spirits mentioned in this episode include:

Tanqaray London Dry Gin 47.3% ABV

St. Geroge Spirits Terroir Gin 45% ABV

Still G.I.N. 42.5%

St. Augustine Distillery Barrel Finished Gin 50% ABV

Plymouth Gin 41.2% ABV

Valentine Distilling Co. Liberator Gin 42% ABV

Conker Dorset Dry Gin 40% ABV

Locations and Cocktails in this episode include:

The Ship & Shovell

2 Craven Passage,

London WC2N 5NF, UK

Martini on the Rocks

2 ½oz gin

½oz dry vermouth

Fill rocks glass with ice, combine gin and dry vermouth and stir. Garnish with lemon twist or olive.

Pink Gin & Water

2oz gin

1 dash Angostura bitters

2 to 4oz water

Fill a rocks or highball glass with ice and add gin, Angostura and water to desired amount. Stir and garnish with a lemon twist.

Churchill Gin & Water Highball

½oz gin

Top with water

Cover the bottom of a highball glass with gin. Top up glass with ice cold water.

Mix up your favorite combination of gin and water and sip along with us. Happy World Gin Day!