Gin is very trendy right now. This means many modern and unique drinks to celebrate this classic spirit.
Some are crisp, clean, and sophisticated, with great aromas. Others are smooth, complex, and refreshing.
One thing is sure, however: these Gin Cocktails are hard to resist.
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Gin Fizz
My first drink was the gin fizz. One sip was all it took to make me a lifelong gin drinker.
It’s made with sugar, lemon juice, and a splash club soda (or soda water), and it’s light and refreshing.
It’s very plain-looking so I recommend fancy glasses to serve it. Giving your friends a glass of gin fizz with a gold-rimmed glass will make them feel like royalty!
Ingredients gin, lemon juice, and powdered sugar. Club soda and lemon slice for garnish.
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Gin and TonicThe classic gin-and-tonic cocktail is a must when discussing gin cocktails. It’s the most well-known gin cocktail, aside from the Negroni.
This is a simple drinker that requires only two ingredients.
You can also make fun combinations with syrups and fruits! It’s fantastic with elderflower syrup or lavender.
You can opt for a London dry Gin, such as Tanqueray or Beefeater, to keep things simple and clean.
Ingredients: London dry Gin, tonic water, and ice cubes. Lemon slice (for garnish
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Tom Collins
The classic Tom Collins is refreshing and bright with a hint of citrus.
You will need Gin (I love Hendricks), simple syrup (or soda water), lemon juice, club soda (or soda), and sugar. Once chilled, shake it and then serve it on rocks.
How can you control your sugar intake? It’s easy. You can replace sugar with honey to add a golden taste without sacrificing sweetness.
Ingredients gin, lemon juice and simple syrup, club sodas, ice cubes, and lemon slices (for garnish).
Watermelon Gin Punch
This refreshing watermelon-gin punch will make your backyard party a hit. All your friends will want the Recipe.
It is deliciously sweet and bursting with watermelon flavor. Fresh mints and lemon juice brighten every sip of this refreshing drink.
For Gin, I prefer something a little less bitter and with more fruity notes. If you can find fruit-infused Gin, it will be even sweeter.
Agnes Arber Pineapple Gin is my favorite because of its tropical flavors.
Ingredients: fresh watermelon and mint leaves, simple syrup, simple syrup Gin, club soda.
Pineapple Passionfruit Tom Collins
We had a Tom Collins, but I wanted to add this fantastic fruity version.
This is the best Instagram photo I have ever seen.
You’ll need to drink passionfruit or pineapple juices for that sweet and tropical taste.
Then, pour the mixture over crushed ice until it reaches a tall glass’s bottom. Add Empress Gin to top it all. This is a gorgeous purple spirit that I know you will love.
Ingredients: passionfruit nectar (pepper juice, lemon juice), simple syrup, Empress Gin, and crushed ice & highball glasses.
Earl Grey Tea Cocktail
A gin and tonic tea cocktail is something you might have tried. It’s pretty special, it’s true!
Earl Grey tea is fragrant and infused with the oil of Bergamot. This makes it pleasant and citrus-forward.
Combine this with Gin, and you get a refreshingly floral drink with black tea notes and herbal goodness.
Serve it on the rocks with honey.
Ingredients Cold Earl Grey tea, honey simple syrup, and lemon juice. Lavender sprigs (for garnishment).
Negroni
You’ll be familiar with the Negroni if you’ve been online during the year.
Although it’s not trendy, it is stylish. A new generation of drinkers has loved the classic Recipe.
It is made with equal amounts of Gin, vermouth, and Campari. This drink is not for the faint-hearted. It’s a complex and rich drink that will please seasoned drinkers.
Ingredients: Gin, Sweet Vermouth, Campari, orange twist (for garnish).
Cucumber Cooler
Late summer evenings were used to make cucumber coolers.
These recipes are made from ingredients you already have in your kitchen and can be assembled quickly.
Although the drink may seem simple, you can be creative with its presentation.
It’s excellent in pretty glasses with fresh mint and wedged lime. I also like long slices of fresh cucumber swirled into the interior.
Ingredients gin, cucumber slices, lime wedges, tonic, mint leaves, sugar.
Strawberry Gin Smash
This fruity and fun cocktail is as fun as it sounds.
You’ll also love the bright mix of fresh mint, lemon juice, and Gin.
The dish is finished with honey drizzled over it for sweetness and topping ginger ale to add a little spice.
Ingredients: fresh strawberries, lemon juice and honey, mint leaves. Gin, ginger beer, ice cubes.
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Bramble
Bramble cocktails make the perfect summer drink.
These are made with Gin and lots of fresh, plump blackberries and blackberry liquor.
The Blackberries are an absolute must-have! This drink is refreshingly light and delicious, thanks to the rich berry flavor.
But if you can’t find blackberry liquor (Creme de Mure), use Chambord or Creme de Cassis instead.
Ingredients gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, Chambord, and fresh blackberries (for garnish).