So much more than one of the best places for ping pong in London, Bounce also features an expansive gin palace cocktail bar. With menus developed by award-winning bartenders and drinks muddled up using an exceptional range of premium brands, there's a table service policy and you can pre-order in those gin cocktails to ensure there's no need to mess about waiting for your drinks upon arrival.

East London Liquor Company is a distillery bar at a cool, converted warehouse location on the canal. Head here for drinks on the terrace or inside, choosing between lists of gin, whisky and cocktails mixed up from the two spirits.

If you're looking for a Brixton hub for thirst-quenching pours, venture to Canova Hall. This crackin' venue offers a pre-order gin fizz trolley that's loaded up with prosecco, bitters, herbs and juices which can be used to make concoctions. On top of that? There are also tastings too.

KRAFT Dalston might have a slap-up selection of German craft beer, but these guys also have a fabulous gin selection to choose from. Settle into this stylish East London joint and enjoy a drink from Jim and Tonic Distillery while tucking into small plates.

Fleets is one of the best boozers around and its signature? Its wide selection of gin-tastic spirits. Head to the St Pauls for a few G&T's, while checking out their a la carte menus and cosying up in their leather booths.

With an on-site distillery brewing their own house Martello gin, this Hackney restaurant is swiftly becoming one of the best gin bars in London. Offering a range of gin-based cocktails, they have created their own signature cocktail, Martello, a lemon and mint concoction with a hefty serving of their own brew.

A luxe hotel bar located just a stone's throw from Buckingham Palace, The New York Bar offer their own unique gin & tonic experience, where their expert mixologists take guests through a guided tasting session of some of the best gins in the business. 

As the name suggests, The Elgin is rather into its junipers! Where better to savour that unique refreshment of the first G&T of the night than this most beautiful and weird of pubs? Lounge in a two tone velvet chair (yes, they exist and they are fabulous!) and sip in contentment. When the gin starts going to your head a little bit, peruse the excellent menu of small plates, boards and larger plates. 

Located in Covent Garden, The Wild Monkey is a top-notch shout when it comes to gin cocktails. With a focus on Monkey 47, the venue also has sleek interiors, complete with pops of greenery, an intimate ambience and plush seating.

You can't really take any cocktail guide seriously until it's found room for the legendary The Cocktail Club. A hedonistic place where the tunes are big and the drinks are bold, there's a lovely little selection of contemporary and classic mixed drinks to savour at their venues. The perfect fit if you're looking to dabble in gin as well as some other luscious concoctions.

This cosy pub in Covent Garden has a very special secret. It houses an extensive collection of gin from around the world, all neatly tucked away on a dedicated Gin Terrace. Swing by next time you're in the area and see what kooky combos of G&T you can make. 

An eclectic space of giant maypoles, wicker masks and brass icons, the Hand of Glory is a kooky tribute to British folk culture. It's arguably best known for the choice of countryside ciders, but your eyes will naturally wander to the Seven Deadly Gins section of the menu at this top gin bar in London.

Dedicated to the best-loved artist and local Reynolds, Joshua's Tavern is a firm choice for gin lovers. Inspired by his love of gin, there are around 57 different variations on tap, alongside a fabulous hand-painted mural and a selection of gastro eats up for grabs. Oh, yes.

One of London's best gin bars is actually unknown to the masses; tucked away in the heart of Leadenhall Market. Topple down the stairs and into the snug and atmospheric surrounds of Old Tom's Bar, where the craft beer selection is matched by a comprehensive range of premium gins.

The bespoke G&T menu is at the heart of what makes this relaxed yet sophisticated lounge bar so popular. A hideaway filled with leather sofas, warm lighting and quirky artwork, the bar team are seriously skilled, mixing up a special gin-based menu inspired by the art pieces themselves.

London Bridge Distillery School are pulling out the stops with their gin experience. Over the space of two and a half hours, experts will guide you through the distillation process, as well as offer you six types to try before creating your own concoction that you can take home with you.

For a choice of over 100 gins, twists on timeless tipples, and blind taste testing, look no further than this swanky speakeasy on Bermondsey Street. Grab yourself a drink for only £6 at Two One Four's aperitivi hour, every day from 5 - 6pm.

An intimate, decadent speakeasy bar nestled in the heart of swish Marylebone, Purl offers a great selection of gin-based cocktails served in theatrical style. The masters of mixology use fogs, airs, foams and food and serve up the final product in bespoke vintage silverware, playing on the senses and creating some of the best gin cocktails in London.

Located in Notting Hill, Gin Tonica is a must-visit for any gin lovers. The restaurant is run by Portobello Road gin; grab one of their 100 types of gin, munch on tapas, and even make your own bottle in the shop downstairs.