Three Ways to Enjoy the Spellbinding Dr Squid Gin
Crafted in Cornwall by the independent distillers at Pocketful of Stones, Dr Squid Gin is unlike anything you’ve ever tasted. Distilled with real squid ink, sea buckthorn, eucalyptus, angelica root, blue pea flower and hibiscus, this strikingly savoury spirit is as bold in flavour as it is in colour. Expect a sharp yet fruity profile, with waves of sea air, citrus and spice.
Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply craving something distinctive, these three cocktail recipes showcase the true versatility of this extraordinary gin.
🍋 Perfect Lady
Elegant, foamy and citrus-forward, this cocktail is a refined twist on a classic sour.
Ingredients:
- 50ml Dr Squid Gin
- 20ml Crème de Pêche
- 15ml Sugar Syrup
- 25ml Fresh Lemon Juice
- 15ml Egg White
Method:
- Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake well.
- Strain into the other half of the shaker, discard the ice, and shake again to emulsify the egg white—this creates a light, silky texture.
- Fine strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Express a lemon peel over the drink, then gently rub it around the rim before twisting and placing it on the edge to garnish.
🌿 Dr Squid Mule
A zesty, sea-kissed take on the classic mule—perfect for summer sipping.
Ingredients:
- 50ml Dr Squid Gin
- 15ml Fresh Lime Juice
- Ginger Beer (Old Jamaica recommended)
- Crushed Ice
Method:
- Fill a highball glass to the brim with crushed ice.
- Squeeze half a lime over the ice.
- Top almost to the top with ginger beer, leaving space for the gin.
- Slowly pour in the gin to create a striking layered effect.
- Garnish with a fresh lime wheel and a sprig of rosemary.
- Stir gently before drinking.
🍊 Dark Negroni
A rich, brooding variation on a classic Negroni, ideal for sipping at sunset.
Ingredients:
- 25ml Dr Squid Gin
- 25ml Campari
- 25ml Sweet Vermouth (such as Martini Rosso)
- Ice
Method:
- Add all ingredients to a stirring glass (or shaker) filled with ice.
- Stir gently around the edge to chill and mix without over-diluting.
- Strain into a chilled rocks glass over a large cube of ice.
- Garnish with a fresh wedge of orange.
Where to Buy
Dr Squid Gin is available in a beautifully presented 70cl copper flask (RRP £50, 40% ABV). You can purchase it directly from the Pocketful of Stones website or via retailers including Master of Malt, Distillers Direct, Amazon, and Tesco Marketplace.
