What better way to celebrate World Gin Day than with a gin cocktail - and where else to start than with the classics? Here, we’ve chose three classic gin cocktails whose deceptively simple recipes - and incredible flavours - have led to an enduring popularity that shows no sign of dimming.

(Psst: if you fancy whipping up one of these beauties, have a little browse of our online gin shop, where you’ll find a fabulous selection of craft gins to really help your cocktails to shine!)

5 of the best classic cocktails

1. The Negroni

   With its classic ratio of one part Campari, one part gin and one part vermouth, it’s hard to go wrong with a Negroni! Follow our easy recipe for this classic, very grown-up gin cocktail. Get the recipe >>

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2. Bramble

Who wouldn’t love the sweet, richly fruity flavour of ripe blackberries and crème de mûre blackberry liqueur combined with smooth gin and a twist of lemon? There’s a reason this classic gin cocktail continues to prove popular year after year: it’s delicious! Get the recipe >>

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3. White Lady

Craft Gin Clubbers are big fans of this elegant gin cocktail, with its simple but effective combination of gin, orange liqueur, lemon juice and creamy foam. Try our recipe here >>

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4. Long Island Iced Tea

Did you know that it’s actually Coca-cola that gives a Long Island Iced Tea it’s tea-like appearance? That, and a slightly lethal (but oh-so-tasty) combination of gin, vodka, tequila, rum, triple sec, lime and soda. Phew. Don’t say we didn’t warn you! Try the recipe >>

5. The French 75

Looking as chic as this - of course this cocktail’s French! And it’s not just the elegant appearance that belies this classic cocktail’s origins - it’s topped up with Champagne, too! Follow our step-by-step guide to toast this World Gin Day in style. Chin-chin! Get the recipe >>