By Joel Harrison

Never has there been a more striking revolution in the world of distilled spirits than the current renaissance of gin.

With small craft distilleries popping up all over the world, from Texas to Tasmania, more varieties and techniques are being used than ever before, and a tapestry of tastes from light and citrusy to big bold savoury notes, gin's appeal is extraordinarily wide and varied.

The World Atlas of Gin looks at everything from the botanical to the bottle: how and where botanicals are grown and harvested and their role within the flavour of gin; producers and the stories behind their brands; exactly where and how, gins are made; and, country by country, the best examples to try.

Global cocktails are covered too, including the history and country of origin of some of the best-known mixed gin drinks.

For everyone and anyone who wants to understand more about gin, its history and production methods, the countries that have helped make it a global success story and appreciate the best gins the world has to offer, this is the definitive guide.