I review gin for a living and here are my Amazon Prime Day picks

There is nothing better than a gin and tonic on a summer's day, which is why I always stock up on gin when it comes to Amazon Prime Day.

I have been lucky enough to review gin for a number of years now, adding many an update to ShortList's best gin guide. My years of reviewing have coincided with a time when the spirit has gone through a popularity boom.

As well as the popularity of gin going up, so has the selection. The proliferation of small-batch gin producers means that there is more choice than ever before - which also makes it harder to know which are the best gin picks.

I have gone through the thousands of Amazon Prime Day gin deals and I have selected 5 which I think are not only bargains but also show off the wide range gin has to offer.

Whichever gin brand you choose, please enjoy responsibly.

• Want more choice? Here are the best Amazon Prime Day gin deals

1. A celebrity-endorsed gin that's actually decent...

21% off!

American Aviation Gin

£22 - WAS £28

When he isn't playing Deadpool or heading up a Wrexham FC, Ryan Reynolds is also the owner of one of the most popular gins around. Aviation gin offers both a floral and earthy hit and works well with a decent tonic.

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2. A Hendrick's special edition that's still very special...

14% off Henrick's

Hendrick's Lunar gin

£25.95 - WAS £30

You probably know Hendrick's, but what is Lunar? It's a limited release with a distinctive floral and "warm" flavour.

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3. A light gin with exceptional floral notes...

30% off London gin

Bloom London Dry gin 70cl

£17.49 - WAS £25

Looking for a classic style gin bargain? You've found it. For under £18 you're getting a quality bottle. Chamomile, honeysuckle and pomelo are the the three key botanicals, blending together citrus and floral notes.

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4. A gin perfect for a martini...

28% Off!

Sipsmith London Dry Gin

£21.35 - WAS: £29.50

This is a really complex gin that is our favourite for making martinis with - there's a robustness with this one that we love.

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5. A gin with spice for those who want something different...

26% off!

Opihr 70cl

£16.99 - WAS £23

The first time we were recommended Opihr, it was as an exotic premium gin for the more intrepid. Now you can get a bottle for under £17. It has spice flavours, making it quite a different experience to regular London gin.

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• Amazon Prime Day deals: our favourite finds so far