“Botanicals are inherently seasonal,” says Anthony Gladman, the London-based author of Gin: A Tasting Course and self-proclaimed gin evangelist. It follows, then, that gins made from those botanicals would be inherently seasonal, too, nicely suited for enjoying at certain times of the year.
As the market for craft gin expands and distillers seek ways to differentiate their own, many are going with botanical blends that evoke feelings connected to a particular season.
A notable example is the recent trend toward Mediterranean-style gins—such as Gin Mare, including olives, thyme, rosemary, lemon, and orange—featuring botanicals that grow abundantly in that climate. These gins typically work well in a refreshing gin and tonic garnished with orange peel or any cocktail that highlights bright citrus and herb notes.