Gin isn’t the best company when it’s alone. One of its best buddies is tonic, and they’re a rather famous duo that call themselves gin and tonic. And when gin decides to fraternise with others, it goes by some familiar names like martini, Tom Collins, and long island iced tea. Here are three places in KL to get your gin cocktail fix:

Singapore Sling at Kudu Bar, Out of Africa (RM24)
Gin, cherry brandy, fresh lemon juice, soda water and a dash of grenadine
A classic gin cocktail that was concocted right on our neighbour’s lawn. This cocktail boasts strong cherry flavours and will leave you as pink as the shade it comes in.

Tom Collins at Willow Tree (RM18)
Gin, lemon juice, club soda
This perennial favourite is refreshing, if a little sour. This classic has even inspired a slew of copycats – Brandy Collins, Juan Collins, Michael Collins, etc.

Monkey Gland at VIEW Rooftop Bar (RM32)
Gin, orange juice, grenadine, splash of Ricard
A classic gin cocktail that was inspired by primate-human surgeries (true story). No bananas in the drink, but Ricard’s refreshing aniseed flavour hits you hard.

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