World Gin Day, celebrated on Saturday (June 13), is an annual tradition that celebrates the iconic drink and encourages people worldwide to enjoy the tipple.

Invented in the mid-17th century, gin is a spirit which derives its predominant flavour from juniper berries, which is then flavoured with further botanicals.

This distinctive taste makes it a favourite for bars all over the world, of which London has many.

And, there are more classic cocktails made with gin than any other spirit, so there's plenty to choose from whatever your tastes.

If you're a fan of the spirit, and want to celebrate World Gin Day in style, here are nine of the best gin bars in west London to enjoy a drink:

The London Gin Club

Nestled in the heart of Soho, the famous London Gin Club offers over 130 different kinds of gin to try in various cocktails. The bar is celebrating World Gin Day with a gin tasting menu; with gins from Holland, London and USA, you can decide who makes the best!

A reviewer on TripAdvisor said: "If you love gin, you can not miss this place. It is divine! If you think gin is only OK or even if you hate it, this is the place that'll convert you."

22 Great Chapel Street, Soho, W1F 8FR - 020 7494 2488

Graphic

With over 235 gins on offer, and a growing number of new gins being regularly added to the collection, Graphic is definitely a gin bar to visit if you're a connoisseur.

Graphic also displays the latest ground-breaking urban art, so you'll be spoilt for choice by both the view and the cocktails. Enjoy a taster of many different G&Ts and enjoy World Gin Day in urban style.

4 Golden Square, Soho, W1F 9HT - 020 7287 9241

The Jam Tree

This beautiful Chelsea gastro pub is celebrating World Gin Day on Saturday with guest DJs, a sunny beer garden, and a "build your own G&T" event. A celebration of all things gin in the sun; reserve your place now!

541 Kings Road, Chelsea, SW6 2EB - 020 3397 3739

The Ginstitute

A recreation of a Victorian gin palace, a special instructor shows you the history of gin in a guided tour, and a tasting in which you can create your own bespoke gin flavour to keep!

The perfect place for gin lovers, and huge value for money.

One TripAdvisor reviewer said: "You walk away with two bottles of gin, a small tonic water, and the inability to drive until the next day! Over the three hours you spend with the Ginstitute you are given a very informative history of the subject, coupled with copious G&Ts, followed by a blending session where you create your own."

Portobello Star, 171 Portobello Road, Notting Hill, W11 2DY - 020 7229 8016

Duke's Hotel

If you're looking to celebrate World Gin Day in a more low-key fashion, Duke's Hotel in Mayfair offer a special gin and tonic afternoon tea! Enjoy all the tea and cakes of a traditional afternoon tea, with a few G&Ts to celebrate. They also offer gin recipes and cocktail tips once you've finished.

35 Saint James' Place, Mayfair, SW1A 1NY - 020 7491 4840

Purl

Purl has an innovative approach to drinks making, using aromas, airs, fogs and foams to bring cocktails to life; perfect if you're looking to try something really new.

A reviewer from an independent website said: "Loved Purl, great cocktails and a hidden gem! Would love to come back! Well explained cocktails by the staff and great atmosphere and decoration."

50 - 54 Blandford Street, Marylebone, W1U7HX - 020 7935 0835

The Gin Garden

A travelling gin garden, The Gin Garden can be found popping up in unexpected places all over England, mixing, serving and talking about drinks. Their event, Full of Spice can be found at Kew Gardens until September 6, so get down for World Gin Day and try interesting gins flavoured with Indigo Saffron and the world's third hottest chilli pepper!

Kew Gardens, Richmond, TW9 3AB - Visit The Gin Garden website.

The Star At Night

With over 40 gins on offer and an extensive cocktail menu, The Star At Night is not one to miss for World Gin Day! Head down to Soho and try one of their many different kinds of gin and tonics.

An independent reviewer said: "Met up with a group of friends for a gin evening - what a fabulous place!! Selection of gins was amazing, knowledgeable and friendly staff - most important when choosing from the weird the wonderful and frankly scrumptious range of gins... A treasure trove of tastiness!"

22 Great Chapel Street, Soho, W1F 8FR - 020 7494 2488

Ealing Park Tavern

While this pub is in no way a gin bar, Ealing Park Tavern are hosting a special celebration for World Gin Day. With a gin cocktail on the menu, and on offer, for the whole of this week (Monday June 8 to Sunday June 14), Ealing Park Tavern is the place to be to join in the celebrations!

222 South Ealing Road, Ealing, W5 4RL - 020 8758 1879