Hendricks Gin has a unique gift for both plant lovers and cocktail lovers. The Whimsical Watering Can is both a cucumber growing tool and a cocktail serving vessel that adds a touch of character to any summer party. Available at major airports worldwide, this limited edition set includes a 700ml bottle of Hendricks Gin and a metal watering can, and is available exclusively at airport duty free.
This watering can is more than just a decoration; it can be used to grow actual cucumbers. Growing your own thinly sliced cucumbers to complement your Hendricks Gin can add even more satisfaction to your cocktail. Lesley Gracie, Hendricks’ chief distiller and self-proclaimed cucumber grower, also shares some tips for growing healthy cucumbers.
“Cucumbers like sunlight and grow well in warm environments. They are good to grow in a glass greenhouse or a sunny window. They need a lot of water, but you have to be careful not to submerge the roots in water, and supporting them also helps them grow. The most important thing is to water them a little bit every day.”
Hendricks also shared a cocktail recipe that will add some flair to your summer party using this special watering can. The brand’s global ambassador, Allie Martin, emphasizes that the key to a good cocktail is balance, and proper measurements determine the taste.
Hendrick's Summer Punch serves 3-4 and contains:
Add all the ingredients to a clean watering can, mix well, then add summer fruits (strawberries, raspberries, cucumbers, lemons, etc.) and ice. Pour into a teacup or cocktail glass and garnish with cucumber slices and mint leaves.
