Cocktail Recipes

Founder's Masala Gin's distinctive savoury profile and umami-forward character make it exceptionally versatile for both classic cocktails and innovative creations. The warm spices create beautiful harmony with traditional cocktail ingredients whilst the juniper foundation maintains authenticity, allowing bartenders to explore new flavour territories.

Signature Cocktail: The Spice Route

  • 50ml Founder's Masala Gin
  • 20ml Fresh lime juice
  • 15ml Honey syrup
  • 10ml Ginger liqueur
  • 2 dashes Orange bitters
  • Method: Shake with ice, double strain into coupe glass
  • Garnish: Candied ginger and lime wheel
  • Notes: Our signature serve celebrates the gin's heritage with warming spices and citrus brightness

Masala Negroni

  • 30ml Founder's Masala Gin
  • 30ml Sweet vermouth (Carpano Antica Formula recommended)
  • 30ml Campari
  • Method: Stir with ice, strain over large ice cube in rocks glass
  • Garnish: Orange peel with light dusting of garam masala
  • Notes: The savoury spices complement Campari's bitterness beautifully

Spiced Gin Martini

  • 60ml Founder's Masala Gin
  • 15ml Dry vermouth
  • Method: Stir with ice, strain into chilled coupe or martini glass
  • Garnish: Lemon twist or toasted cumin seed rim
  • Notes: Clean and sophisticated, letting the spice complexity shine

Mumbai Mule

  • 50ml Founder's Masala Gin
  • 20ml Fresh lime juice
  • 15ml Simple syrup
  • 100ml Ginger beer
  • Method: Build over ice in copper mug
  • Garnish: Lime wheel and fresh mint sprig
  • Notes: The gin's warmth pairs perfectly with spicy ginger beer

Cardamom Collins

  • 50ml Founder's Masala Gin
  • 25ml Fresh lemon juice
  • 20ml Simple syrup
  • Soda water to top
  • Method: Shake first three ingredients, strain over ice, top with soda
  • Garnish: Lemon wheel and crushed cardamom pods
  • Notes: Refreshing and aromatic, highlighting the gin's cardamom notes

Savoury Gibson

  • 60ml Founder's Masala Gin
  • 10ml Dry vermouth
  • Bar spoon of olive brine
  • Method: Stir with ice, strain into chilled coupe
  • Garnish: Pickled pearl onion and olive
  • Notes: The gin's umami character enhances this savoury classic