Elderflower Gin and Tonic
The Gin and Tonic can stand alone, but why not make it into an Elderflower Gin and Tonic – just a bit better? This simple and refreshing take on the classic way to drink gin is easy and light. I used a simple and mild London dry gin to make this. Normally, I let my snazzy and bold gins shine in a G and T. For this cocktail, I wanted…
Verbona Blossom Gin Cocktail
The fragrant and light ingredients of this Verbona Blossom gin cocktail make it perfect for spring and summer months. And, since it has cukes, it’s really like a salad. And adult salad. The ingredients are simple, and the flavors and nose are outstanding. This is, unfortunately, a great way to down them without taking your time. Pace yourself! What is vermouth, anyway? So glad you asked. All vermouth begins life…
Sky Juice Gin Drink
I was first introduced to Sky Juice in the Bahamas, where one eats and drinks all things tropical. As one should. I’m not such a huge fan of coconut or coconut flavors, but this weirdly milky drink, also known as Gully Wash, is pretty good! If you absolutely LOVE coconut, this one is a must for you. You can, if you like, serve this in a coconut. If you are…
The Savory Gin Martini
Why, oh why, would you every make the Savory Gin Martini? Well, you would if you like salt and sweet and super subtle flavors. This drink is unremarkable if you want something to punch your lights out, but highly enjoyable if you are looking for smooth flavors. In a fancy martini glass. I find that the amount of grenadine greatly influences the flavor of this drink, and even the smallest…
The Minty Cuke Gimlet
This Minty Cuke Gimlet is a cocktail that uses a classic as a base, and then just throws in some other flavors. It’s literally nothing more than that. Gimlets, the limey gin libation that’s easy to make and drink, serve as the blank slate here. This specific recipe uses muddled ingredients, and fresh is best. I also made this one with key lime juice, which has a distinctly different taste.…
Gin and Tea Cocktail
The Gin and Tea Cocktail is about the most British way to enjoy scones, Marmite and tea sandwiches. This cocktail is full of subtle flavors, and seems to celebrate so much of what we love about England – tea, marmalade, and gin. Add in your favorite brunch foods and your weekend is set. I’ll admit that I never thought about making a cocktail with a fruit spread ever crossed my…
The Bermuda Hundred Gin Cocktail
Not in my craziest imagination did I think I would find something that tastes like the Bermuda Hundred. This gin-based cocktail is part tiki drink and part Italian aperitif. I never thought Campari could be a part of a tiki drink, but here we are. What makes this such an unusual drink is the bitterness of Campari played against the smooth nuttiness of orgeat syrup, a common ingredient in tiki…
Make Your Own Orgeat Syrup
Orgeat syrup is one of the most etherial cocktail ingredients that has such a wonderful taste. You can buy orgeat syrup, you can also make your own. It’s easy to turn almonds into a tiki drink lover’s best friend. Fun fact, orgeat is also known as liquid marzipan, so if that’s your favorite sweet treat, you are in luck. Before you start making this treat, which is really easy, do…
The Smooth Tiki 75
Is there no end to this madness? Of taking a typical French 75 and making it an island flavored Smooth Tiki 75? There’s something really refreshing about a bubbling gin cocktail, and why not make it a bit tropical and tiki and fruity? But what, really, is a tiki drink? It can generally be stated that tiki drinks are complicated (!!), fruity, and full of rum. Or RUMS. That’s a…
The Gin and Ginger Martini
There’s no mincing words here – either you love ginger, or you don’t. If you happen to love ginger, the Gin and Ginger Martini is absolutely right up your alley. If you love ginger and the thought of a large dose of potent alcohol is not your thing, try the Gin and Ginger instead. Same flavors, less potency, less alcohol. This is absolutely a martini to be sipped slowly, and…
