To celebrate the launch of the limited-edition cask-aged Shortcross Gin, the couple behind the Co Down craft distillery have shared their recipe for the perfect G&T.

The limited-edition gin, which comes from the Rademon Estate distillery in Downpatrick, run by David and Fiona Boyd-Armstrong, will feature as the “spirit of the month” for February at the prestigious London department store, Fortnum and Mason. However, 300 bottles will be available to purchase in Ireland exclusively through www.jnwine.com and www.celticwhiskeyshop.com for RRP €50.

The launch of the new Shortcross cask-aged gin is the latest in a line of exciting product innovations at Rademon Estate. Last year, the distillery announced that it had laid down the first casks of a new Irish malt whiskey, the first bottles of which are expected to be released in summer 2018. There are also plans to introduce a unique visitor centre opening later in 2016.

In the meantime, however, if you are partial to a G&T, here’s a recipe for you to try.

Shortcross Cask-Aged

Gin and Tonic

35ml cask-aged Shortcross Gin

70ml premium tonic water

Garnish with a grapefruit peel twist

1 Pour all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice, stir until chilled. Strain into a rocks glass filed with ice. Garnish with a grapefruit peel twist.