Over the course of one year the botanicals were planted, harvested and dried to create this lovely seasonal gin which is citrus led with gentle herbal notes. The botanicals include meadowsweet, elderflower, lemon balm, clover, lemon thyme and pineapple sage. They also re-launched their Highland Single Malt Whisky, Fettercairn, with four new expressions, alongside a complete overhaul of their Jura Single Malt Brand and a full rebrand and re-launch for Tamnavulin Speyside Malt. But, for many queer artists, the fund does not directly benefit them, and they’ve been left crying out for financial support. More than one hundred Pride events across the UK have been cancelled or postponed – for many performers, a vital source of income – and many self-employed artists and creatives fall outside of the government’s furlough schemes, meaning they’ve been unable to claim support for over three months. Some flavours are better suited at certain times of the year, so as we’re in the midst of Summer we’ve put together a list of 6 delicious fruity flavoured gins that are perfect for the occasion.

To celebrate the launch of Wildcat Passion, Wildcat Gin is giving a bottle of its new zesty flavour to the first 500 people who donate to Sink The Pink’s Pink Noise project – a trust dedicated to funding LGBTQ+ creatives hit with the ongoing impact of COVID-19. This gin has been created to work perfectly served as a spritz, but also works just as well with tonic. Made at the Southwestern Distillery in North Cornwall, this gorgeous fruit-flavoured gin is infused with a combination of blood orange, pink grapefruit, rhubarb, raspberry and gentian root giving it a distinct bitterness amongst the fruit flavours. An award-winning Scots spirits business are continuing to grow their portfolio announcing the launch of Wildcat Gin. This gin can be enjoyed in a G&T with plenty of fresh fruit, however it also works very well in a Negroni with a bold orange flavour profile.Delving into the history of gin, one cannot overlook the mysterious tales, and central to many of those is the legend of 'Old Tom.' Wildcat Gins stands as a tribute to this intriguing history, with a nod to Captain Dudley Bradstreet, the elusive figure who is believed to have played a crucial role in the 'Old Tom' saga.

The gin is presented in a beautiful bottle decorated with Joules’ original Cambridge floral print as a reminder of their heritage. bg_collapse view=”link” expand_text=”Show More” collapse_text=”Show Less”]This is why Sink The Pink’s Pink Noise project has become a lifeline for many of these artists in recent months. Described as a “queer-community-focussed fund and resource”, the fund exists to give LGBTQ+ artists and visionaries the opportunity to create and generate some much-needed income.[/bg_collapse] The brand therefore decided to unleash their new Wildcat Passion gin during Pride season – not only to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, but to go further and support them at a time when there is a real threat to their livelihoods. Wildcat believes our passions define who we are; allowing us to dust off the formalities of the 9 to 5 to be our true authentic selves. Whether you are a desk worker by day and a cabaret performer by night; an outspoken drag queen, or a secret singer in the shower, it’s all about you being you and taking pride in your passion. Produced in the heart of the Lake District, by The Lakes Distillery, this gin is created using the Classic Lakes Gin at its base with the addition of zesty pink grapefruit. It is gently distilled in a traditional copper pot still and is made with the purest water from the Lake District National Park.The Lakes Pink Grapefruit Gin is recommended simply served over ice with Fever Tree Mediterranean Tonic Water – no garnish is required. Malfy offer a range of super-premium gins showcasing delicious citrus flavours, including this beauty which is made from the highest quality Sicilian blood oranges. This cat-and-mouse game between law enforcement and Bradstreet gave birth to the iconic 'Old Tom' gin, named after the tomcat. Bradstreet's clandestine operations made 'Old Tom' a household name, representing a slightly sweeter style of gin compared to the London Dry gin. But the addition of Cat’s Claw botanical gives Wildcat Gin a pleasant twist, with subtle hints of citrus, white pepper and spice.

Wildcat Gin has an ABV of 41.5% and is distilled especially for mixing, using just ten carefully-selected botanicals – including Liquorice Root, Coriander, Angelica Root and Cat’s Claw Root. It has a classic gin taste, refreshing and crisp, with a predominantly juniper aroma.With funds donated, Pink Noise plan to commission new creative work in a variety of mediums, to reflect the diversity of talent throughout the community – including film, journalism, digital, art, theatre, live performances and many more. In August, the Glasgow based business launched a new Blended Scotch Whisky, named The Woodsman, with a pop-up tipi bar at the Edinburgh Festival. To get a first taste of Wildcat Passion and donate to Pink Noise, head to www.gofundme.com/f/wildcatgin-pinknoise.

In celebration of their 30th anniversary last year, lifestyle brand Joules collaborated with Warner’s to create this special gin which is inspired by the British countryside. It’s full of fresh elderflower with 1/3 pure apple and pear juice.Wildcat Gin is giving away 500 bottles of its new flavour to people who donate to Sink The Pink’s LGBTQ+ arts fund. It’s a vibrant gin, full of fruity goodness with sweet orange and berries, balanced out with gentle bittersweet herbal notes.