Looking for an original way to surprise your partner or guests? Why not organise a DIY infused gin evening and experiment with your own flavour combinations? With the Louise & Gaston Gin Kit, getting started is easy, whether you are new to gin or already a spirits enthusiast. In this guide, we share three of our favourite homemade recipes to inspire you to create your own personalised gin.
Why make your own infused gin with the Louise & Gaston kit?
Our Homemade Gin Kit includes everything you need to experiment with your own aromatic gin creations:
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Carefully selected spices and botanicals;
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An empty bottle for your personalised creation;
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A funnel and filter for your infusions;
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A recipe booklet full of inspiration.
The set makes a lovely gift or a creative experience to enjoy as a couple or with friends. It is also an easy introduction to experimenting with flavoured spirits at home. Simply add your chosen ingredients to the gin and let them infuse until the flavour reaches the intensity you like. Taste regularly, as some herbs and spices can become dominant quite quickly.
3 infused gin recipes to try at home
With our Personalised Gin Spice Discovery Kit, you can experiment with countless combinations. Here are three aromatic infused gin recipes that highlight very different sides of this versatile spirit.
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Wild berry and rosemary infused gin
A fruity, herbal combination that is perfect for warm summer evenings.
Ingredients:
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500 ml neutral-style gin
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1 tbsp juniper berries
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A handful of raspberries or blackberries, fresh or frozen
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1 sprig fresh rosemary
Method:
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Place the berries and rosemary in the bottle provided.
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Pour in the gin using the funnel.
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Leave to infuse in a cool, dark place and taste regularly. Rosemary can become dominant quite quickly, while the fruit may need a little longer.
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Filter the infusion once you are happy with the flavour, then serve chilled with tonic water or use it in a cocktail.
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Orange, ginger & cardamom infused gin
A warming, gently spiced combination with fresh citrus notes, ideal for the colder months.
Ingredients:
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500 ml neutral-style gin
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Peel of 1 unwaxed orange
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1 piece fresh ginger, around 2–3 cm
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3 green cardamom pods
Method:
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Slice the ginger thinly and gently crush the cardamom pods.
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Add all the ingredients to your bottle.
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Pour in the gin and leave to infuse. Taste regularly and remove individual ingredients earlier if their flavour becomes strong enough.
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Filter the gin and enjoy it neat or use it as the base for a winter cocktail.
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Hibiscus, lime & Timut pepper infused gin
This recipe combines floral, fruity and citrus notes for a particularly vibrant gin infusion.
Ingredients:
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500 ml neutral-style gin
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1 tbsp dried hibiscus flowers
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Peel of 1 lime
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A few Timut peppercorns
Method:
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Place all the ingredients in the bottle.
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Pour in the gin and close the bottle securely.
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Leave to infuse and taste regularly, as hibiscus, lime peel and pepper can release their flavours at different speeds.
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Filter once the flavour suits you, then serve with tonic water and a slice of lime.
Infused gin: an original and sociable gift idea
Giving a DIY gin kit means offering more than a selection of flavours: it is a creative experience in its own right. It makes an original gift for a birthday, Valentine’s Day, Christmas or simply for someone who enjoys discovering new spirits and experimenting at home.
You can also organise a gin-themed evening or aperitif for two or with friends. Everyone can create their own recipe, compare infusions and share the results together. It is a relaxed and convivial way to combine experimentation with tasting.
Tips for making great infused gin at home
Creating your own flavoured gin is simple with the instructions included in our Homemade Gin Kit. A few additional tips can help you tailor the result even more closely to your taste:
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Use a relatively neutral gin if you want the added botanicals to stand out clearly.
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Filter your infusion thoroughly once you have reached the flavour you want, so that spices and botanicals do not continue changing the taste.
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Write down your combinations: this makes it much easier to recreate your favourite recipes later.
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Experiment with infusion times: strong ingredients such as cloves, cinnamon, pepper or rosemary can quickly become dominant. Taste regularly and remove individual ingredients earlier if necessary.
To explore the world of gin further, read our guide on how to choose gin according to your taste.
Get inspired, create and share
With Louise & Gaston gin kits, you can experiment with countless combinations of botanicals and spices. Let your creativity guide you, test different flavour profiles and share your favourite creations with friends and family.
Infused gin is all about discovery, experimentation and enjoyment. With our DIY cocktail kits, creating your own combinations at home is easy. Louise & Gaston also offers other customisable drink kits, including our Infused Rum Kit and Tea Infusion Kit for even more creative tasting experiences.
