Seventh Heaven
You would think that a cocktail named Seventh Heaven had too many ingredients to mention, but it’s really simple! Gin, grapefruit juice, and Luxardo liqueur make up this happy hour libation. It couldn’t be easier! This gin drink is definitely an oldie and goodie. Harry Craddock describes it in his book The Savoy Cocktail Book. I can’t recommend this book enough – it’s like time travel. Through delicious, tasty history.…
The Apropos Cocktail
This complex gin creation pairs gin, Chartreuse, and Aperol to make the Apropos Cocktail. There’s a bit of lime thrown in there for some unknown reason, this drink is just pure flavor from all directions. Strange flavors, at that. The Chartreuse, yellow in this case, adds a boatload of herbal flavors, while the Aperol adds some bitterness and citrus and even some rhubarb. Lime is just an afterthought! If you…
Gin and Chartreuse
Not many cocktails are as simple as this Gin and Chartreuse. You just can’t go wrong with three ingredients. The Chartreuse really takes the lead on this one. This cocktail is also unique in that it’s not super light, nor is it super heavy. Sort of the best of both worlds, especially since the yellow Chartreuse packs such a flavor punch here. It’s just enough without going overboard. Chartreuse is,…
The Sweet Honey 75
If you like honey, sweet things, or happen to be a bee, the Sweet Honey 75 may be just what you need. It’s also easy to turn the honey volume up or down on this gin drink, depending on just how into honey are you. You may be wondering why there are so many 75’s out there to try. For me, it boils down to opening some prosecco or champagne…
The Poire Ivre
If you are in the mood for a potent and classy cocktail, the Poire Ivre might be for you. This totally boozy cocktail pairs gin with dry vermouth and pear liqueur for a smooth and subtle treat. Although I suppose it’s not too classy, as the name Poire Ivre literally means drunken pear in French. This is what happens when you are cocktail creating and you have a few iterations…
No Spritz For You – Gin and Aperol Cocktail
The No Spritz For You Cocktail is right up your alley if you love Aperol, but think that the Aperol Spritz is old news. This cocktail is also a bit punchier than the traditional verion with bubbles, so you have that going for you. This gin drink is also a bit bolder in terms of flavor and the grapefruit brings some new layers of flavor. And this drink is SO…
The Frutta e Noci Gin Cocktail
This Frutta e Noci is an amazing gin cocktail that literally means fruit and nut in Italian, the birthplace of amaretto liqueur. The real power behind this drink is the gin, and boy howdy there’s a lot. But the subtle flavors of amaretto meld in nicely, especially if you let this cocktail take a minute to simmer down in your glass. Chances are you won’t be downing this powerful drink…
Sauvignon Gin Cocktail
If there’s ever a time you can’t decide betweeen a cocktail and a glass of wine, make a Sauvignon Gin cocktail. Best of both worlds. The gin in this drink amps up the punch, and there’s plenty of wine flavors left to enjoy. And it’s really easy to make! You could use any white wine for this drink, I just prefer the dry varieties. Any white would do, and know…
Gin is my Jam Cocktail
Yes, the Gin is my Jam cocktail has actual jam in it. WHY NOT? It’s a lot easier than making a syrup, and a great way to use the last bits of a jar of raspberry jam. Although I suppose you could also use strawberry? This was the first time that we made this recipe, so we used a more neutral London Dry gin. HOWEVER, it’s also great to pair…
The Slow Friday
The Slow Friday gin cocktail checks off lots of boxes here – fruity without sweet, slow sipping, hint of tang, and gin. And sure, this drink it totally made up, accidentally in fact. But isn’t that how all drinks get started? Ginger is what makes this drink easy and surprising. We made it with Domaine de Canton, that delightfully punchy and bold ginger liqueur, as featured in the potent Gin…
