It's A London Thing: Why Reviewers Are Calling Our Gin Cocktail "A Taste of the Capital"
Jul 04, 2026
What is It's A London Thing?
It's A London Thing is Rythmik Cocktails' ready-to-drink gin cocktail, made with premium 58 and Co London Dry Gin, fresh ginger and vibrant lemongrass. It's crisp, citrus-forward and designed to be poured straight over ice - no shaker, no measuring, no mixology skills required. Every bottle also comes with a QR code linking to a DJ-curated playlist, so the drink comes with its own soundtrack.
What are reviewers saying about it?
It's A London Thing recently caught the attention of independent review site TripleM Reviews, who described the cocktail as a bottled reflection of London itself - a drink that carries the pulse of London in every pour. The reviewer spent an entire piece unpacking why: the packaging, the aroma, the flavour, and, perhaps unexpectedly, the music.
A few things stood out in their review:
- The look. The bottle was singled out for feeling more like a design object than standard packaging - something that looks as good in a photo as it does on a bar cart.
- The aroma and flavour. The reviewer described a layered scent of citrus and botanicals, followed by a taste that moves between bright, spiced and smooth, never settling into one note, which they linked to London's own restless, ever-changing character.
- The playlist. This is the detail most reviews of RTD cocktails don't have to mention. TripleM called out the QR-code-linked playlist as a genuinely smart addition, turning a drink into more of an occasion than a pour.
- Where it belongs. From pre-drinks in a flat share to a rooftop overlooking the Thames, the review placed the cocktail firmly in real, everyday London life rather than a stuffy tasting room.
You can read the full review on TripleM Reviews.
What does It's A London Thing taste like?
Expect a crisp, citrus-led sip with fresh ginger warmth and a herbal lift from lemongrass, all sitting on top of London Dry Gin's clean juniper backbone. It's refreshing enough to drink on its own over ice, and it holds up well with a splash of soda if you want something longer and lighter.
How do you serve It's A London Thing?
- Chill the bottle.
- Pour over ice.
- Top with soda water, if you like it longer and lighter.
- Scan the QR code on the label to start the matching playlist.
- Serve at barbecues, garden parties, or anywhere you'd rather be enjoying the evening than mixing drinks in the kitchen.
What does the It's A London Thing playlist sound like?
The playlist paired with It's A London Thing is a house music mix, inspired by London's vibrant underground club scene. It's uplifting, energetic and built to keep the night moving — the same energy the reviewer picked up on when they described the drink's restless, ever-changing character.
Simply scan the QR code on the bottle label to start listening. And it's not the only one - the same code gives you access to all of our DJ-curated playlists, including our World Cup Party mix, so once you've finished one you can move straight on to the next.
Why does the cocktail come with a playlist?
Every Rythmik cocktail is paired with its own DJ-curated playlist, because we think what's in the glass is only half the experience. Simply scan the QR code on the bottle, press play, and you've got a bar-quality soundtrack to match your bar-quality drink, no bar required.
Where can I buy It's A London Thing?
It's A London Thing is available to buy directly from rythmik.co.uk, with nationwide UK delivery. You'll also find it stocked in independent delis and bottle shops around the country.
It's available individually, or as part of the Summer Cocktail Bundle alongside two more customer favourites:
- It's A London Thing - the zesty gin, ginger and lemongrass cocktail reviewed above.
- Pampelita - a tropical red grapefruit margarita, delicious over ice or topped with Prosecco as a Spritz.
- Cherry Amour - our newest cocktail, inspired by a Cherry Bakewell, blending whisky, amaretto, sour cherry and citrus.
The bundle also includes three professional bottle pourers, three exclusive DJ-curated playlists, and free UK delivery a and it saves £22 compared with buying everything separately.
FAQs
Is It's A London Thing gin-based? Yes. It's made with 58 and Co London Dry Gin as its base spirit, along with fresh ginger and lemongrass.
Does It's A London Thing need mixing? No. It's fully pre-mixed and ready to pour over ice — a splash of soda is optional, not required.
Is there an independent review of It's A London Thing? Yes. TripleM Reviews published an in-depth review of the cocktail, praising its packaging, aroma, flavour and the playlist that comes with each bottle. Read it in full here.
What kind of music is on the It's A London Thing playlist? It's a house music mix inspired by London's underground club scene — uplifting and energetic. Scan the QR code on the bottle to listen, and to access all of Rythmik's other DJ-curated playlists, including the World Cup Party mix.
Where can I buy It's A London Thing? It's available direct from rythmik.co.uk with nationwide UK delivery, as well as in independent delis and bottle shops around the country.
Can I buy It's A London Thing as part of a bundle? Yes. It's included in the Summer Cocktail Bundle with Pampelita, Cherry Amour, three bottle pourers, three playlists and free UK delivery, saving £22 versus buying separately.
Shop It's A London Thing individually here, or get it as part of the Summer Cocktail Bundle.
