Mother's Ruin 1751

Family-run and rooted in Torpoint, this is a drinks business with a long tradition behind it and a naval streak running through the range. There's a limited edition Spiced Rum crafted especially for the Royal Naval Association, whose Plymouth branch is among the oldest and largest in the country. Practical decisions get made openly too: rising bottle costs and spray treatments prompted a switch to new bottles and labels, so prices stay fair without the quality slipping.

Cornish gin and rum is the core of it, including Sea Maiden Rum, distilled in Cornwall from UK sugar cane molasses and infused with vanilla, lime and cinnamon, plus Cornish Tiki Gold and Louie's Loot. The cocktail kits are the easy way in: a compact box with two double 5cl pouches, mixers, syrups and garnishes sourced from other small producers, so you only add fresh ingredients. Orders ship on Fridays to cut the carbon footprint, so get yours in before noon.