Source: Alex9500, AdobeStockIt's simply impossible to count the vast number of gin cocktails. Drinking it neat isn't for everyone, but in refreshing long drinks, it's pure pleasure. We're sharing 20 excellent recipes!
1. Negroni
Source: vk.comA bittersweet cocktail, matching the taste of Campari.
You will need: 30 ml gin, 30 ml Campari liqueur, 30 ml sweet red vermouth, ice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice and pour in all ingredients one by one. Gently stir the cocktail.
2. Bronx
Source: mavink.comA simple cocktail with an equally simple, yet very interesting taste.
You will need: 20 ml gin, 20 ml orange juice, 10 ml dry vermouth, 10 ml sweet vermouth, ice.
Preparation: Shake all ingredients with ice in a shaker. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
3. French 75
Source: thespruceeats.comA light cocktail with Prosecco – a wonderful summer option.
You will need: 30 ml gin, 90 ml Prosecco, 20 ml simple syrup, 15 ml lemon juice, ice.
Preparation: In a shaker, shake gin, simple syrup, and lemon juice with ice. Pour the cocktail into a chilled glass, top with Prosecco, and stir.
4. Dry Martini
Source: pinterest.comGarnish the glass with an olive on a skewer when serving.
You will need: 60 ml gin, 10 ml dry Martini vermouth, ice.
Preparation: Shake gin with Martini in a shaker with ice. Chill the glass beforehand and strain the cocktail into it.
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5. Coffee Gin Cocktail
Source: pixabay.comWe recommend sprinkling it with ground cinnamon or nutmeg when serving.
You will need: 30 ml gin, 30 ml coffee liqueur, 30 ml 33% cream, ice.
Preparation: Shake all ingredients with ice in a shaker. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
6. Apple Gin and Tonic
Source: pinterest.comEveryone knows a simple gin and tonic, so we offer something more interesting.
You will need: 50 ml gin, 25 ml lemon juice, 70 ml apple juice, 20 ml simple syrup, 150 ml tonic, ice, 5 mint leaves, 2 apple slices.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice. Pour in gin and all other ingredients, except tonic. Add mint and apples, gently stir, and top the cocktail with tonic.
7. Bramble
Source: pinterest.comA wonderful blackberry cocktail with a unique aroma.
You will need: 50 ml gin, 20 ml lemon juice, 10 ml simple syrup, 15 ml blackberry liqueur, ice, 3 blackberries.
Preparation: Muddle the blackberries in a shaker. Pour in the remaining ingredients and shake the cocktail. Strain it into a glass with crushed ice.
8. Gin and Blue Curaçao Cocktail
Source: muzeumtara.ruIf you want to make the cocktail less strong, use more juice.
You will need: 20 ml gin, 20 ml dry Martini, 20 ml Blue Curaçao liqueur, 20 ml orange juice, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, add all ingredients, and shake. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
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9. Bijou
Source: alcoholinfusions.comAn original herbal cocktail with a slight tartness and bitterness.
You will need: 30 ml gin, 25 ml dry vermouth, 20 ml green herbal liqueur, 2 ml Angostura bitters, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, add all ingredients, and shake lightly. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
10. Gin and Aperol Cocktail
Source: s-energy24.ruFor more freshness, you can add thin cucumber slices.
You will need: 20 ml gin, 30 ml Aperol liqueur, 40 ml sparkling wine, 20 ml soda water, ice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice. Pour in Aperol and gin, and stir. Pour in sparkling wine and soda water, and gently stir again. Garnish the cocktail to taste.
11. Tom Collins
Source: pinterest.comA refreshing lemon cocktail with ice and soda.
You will need: 50 ml gin, 25 ml lemon juice, 15 ml simple syrup, 50 ml soda water, ice.
Preparation: Shake gin, syrup, and lemon juice in a shaker. Strain into a glass with ice and top the cocktail with soda water.
12. Flying Dutchman
Source: drink-drink.ruJust by the name, it's clear where this cocktail hails from.
You will need: 50 ml gin, 8 ml orange juice, 8 ml lemon juice, 3 ml Angostura bitters, lemon zest, ice.
Preparation: Shake all ingredients with ice in a shaker. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass and sprinkle with zest.
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13. Raspberry Clover Club
Source: pinterest.comA light berry sour with gin and egg white.
You will need: 50 ml gin, 20 ml lemon juice, 5 raspberries, 1/3 tsp honey, 1 egg white, ice.
Preparation: Muddle the raspberries in a shaker, add lemon juice, gin, and egg white, and shake. Add ice and shake again. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass and add honey.
14. Gimlet
Source: flitto.comWe recommend garnishing the finished cocktail with grated lemon or lime zest.
You will need: 60 ml gin, 30 ml lime cordial, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, pour in gin and lime cordial, and shake the drink. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
15. Mint Swizzle
Source: pinterest.comA minty summer drink for lovers of refreshing cocktails.
You will need: 50 ml gin, 20 ml simple syrup, 15 ml lemon juice, 100 ml soda water, 9 mint leaves, ice.
Preparation: Place mint in a glass, gently muddle, and fill it with crushed ice. Pour in lemon juice, syrup, and gin. Finally, pour in soda water and gently stir the cocktail.
16. White Lady
Source: artcafe-royal.ruIf desired, try using different fruit liqueurs instead of Triple Sec.
You will need: 40 ml gin, 20 ml Triple Sec liqueur, 20 ml lemon juice, ice.
Preparation: Shake all ingredients with ice in a shaker. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass and garnish to taste.
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17. Park Avenue
Source: dzen.ruPineapple and orange flavors intricately intertwine with the bitterness of gin.
You will need: 50 ml gin, 20 ml dry white vermouth, 10 ml orange liqueur, 20 ml pineapple juice, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, pour in all ingredients, and shake. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
18. Last Word
Source: pinterest.comA cocktail named “Last Word” will surely be remembered for its refreshing taste.
You will need: 20 ml gin, 20 ml green Chartreuse, 20 ml Maraschino liqueur, 10 ml lime juice, ice.
Preparation: Add all ingredients to a shaker, fill with ice, and shake. Strain the cocktail into a pre-chilled glass.
19. Aviation
Source: artcafe-royal.ruSometimes it's also called Aviator. The secret to this cocktail is violet liqueur.
You will need: 50 ml gin, 15 ml Maraschino liqueur, 10 ml violet liqueur, 1/2 lime, ice.
Preparation: Squeeze the juice from the lime. Shake all ingredients with ice in a shaker. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass and add an ice sphere if desired.
20. Singapore Sling
Source: gtplanet.netAn original cocktail that has acquired dozens of variations over the years.
You will need: 30 ml gin, 15 ml cherry liqueur, 8 ml Bénédictine liqueur, 8 ml Cointreau liqueur, 15 ml lime juice, 10 ml grenadine, 2-3 drops Angostura bitters, 120 ml pineapple juice.
Preparation: Pre-chill a glass by any available method. Shake all ingredients in a shaker and strain the cocktail into the glass.