We’ve rounded up nine of the best – and quirkiest places – to wet your whistle with the trendy tipple.
5. Tropicuba, The Palm, Hylton Riverside
For an imaginative take on the classic G&T serve head to Tropicuba at The Palm. The Havana-themed bar serves a range of unusual gin cocktails including Blooming Marmalade, which features Bloom Gin paired with bitter orange marmalade. It's served with a dollop of marmalade and strawberries. Photo: Sunderland Echo
6. The Church Door, Sunniside
It may be Sunderland's smallest bar, but The Church Door is big in character. Dating back to around 1870, The Church Door building was once a Customs and Excise house and it's now one of the more unusual places in the city to enjoy a gin. Photo: Sunderland Echo
7. Blacks Corner, East Boldon
One of the best places in the region for small-batch cheeses and charcuterie, but Blacks Corner also does excellent wines and spirits. It's also one of the best looking bars in the area, so much so it's decor has earned it award nominations. Photo: Sunderland Echo
8. Port of Call, North Terrace, Seaham
One of the only dedicated gin palaces in the area, this sister site to the Sunderland Port of Call is worth a visit. Expect retro vibes, neon signs and no less than 21 gin options. Photo: Sunderland Echo