According to a new report in The Telegraph, the plant integral to your gin and tonic is under threat - meaning there could be a gin shortage. Imminently.
Plantlife's study reveals that the juniper plant is in a "critical state" in Scotland, thanks to phytophthora austrocedrae - a deadly fungal disease. Studies have found that less than a third of gin in Scotland is fit for use - which is bad news, seeing as many southern English counties have already lost around 60% of their juniper stock because of the disease.
The 'State of Scotland’s Juniper in 2015' report found 79 per cent of juniper plants in 2014 were either mature, old or dead.
Deborah Long, head of Plantlife Scotland, said: 'We know juniper populations are struggling, but they now face an additional threat....We need to ensure juniper has a future.'
But before you start necking Gordon's in the name of gin-dulgence before supplies run out, bear in mind that most mainstream gin producers import from other European countries. Still though - it's something to be aware off when you reach for your usual tipple.