Gin is a fantastically versatile spirit that can help create some of the tastiest cocktails. Here’s a look at some easy gin cocktails for you to try!
A fascinating spirit gin can be exciting to explore. Different gins are produced using a variety of botanicals. This allows for each brand to have different flavour profiles, giving you lots to try. Gin isn’t just versatile due to the botanicals used to create it. It can be used as the foundation for many brilliant cocktails. Dry gin makes for a great base for gin cocktails, but you’ll also find that pink gin is a popular cocktail addition.
With its expertly balanced botanicals, Cotswold Dry Gin is an excellent choice for gin cocktails. We’ve taken a look at some of our favourite drinks from their cocktail suggestions.
Easy Gin Cocktails to Try
Cotswold Garden
A quintessentially British cocktail, this mix of ingredients creates a fresh drink that you’ll just want to keep making.
Ingredients
50ml Cotswold Dry Gin
25ml Elderflower Liqueur
12.5ml Fresh Lime Juice
75ml Pressed Apple Juice
Method
Put all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to mix and then strain into an ice-filled glass. Finish with a slice of cucumber and a sprig of mint.
Negroni
This is one of the most classic gin cocktails that you have likely heard of. It’s a straight cocktail with no fuss. This simple mix creates a perfect balance between sweet vermouth, bittersweet Campari and luxuriously fresh dry gin.
Ingredients
25ml Cotswold Dry Gin
25ml Campari Bitters
25ml Sweet Vermouth
Method
Put all ingredients into a classic glass filled with ice. Give it a stir and embellish with a twist of grapefruit.
Elderflower Martini
This is one of our favourite easy gin cocktails, that offers fresh woody notes and a delicate finish.
Ingredients
50ml Cotswold Dry Gin
22ml Elderflower Liqueur
12.5ml Pineau des Charentes
8ml Dry Vermouth
Method
Shake all ingredients in a shaker full of ice. Strain into a martini glass and finish with some lime peel or a sprig of elderflower.
Bramble
One of many classic gin cocktails, this drink is a contemporary twist on a favourite. The hint of lime complements the citrus botanicals that are used in the award-winning Cotswold Dry Gin.
Ingredients
50ml Cotswold Dry Gin
25ml Lime Juice
12.5ml Sugar Syrup
12.5ml Créme de Mûre
Method
Mix gin, lime and sugar in an ice-filled shaker. Shake and strain into a classic glass filled with crushed ice. Drizzle with a splash of Créme de mûre and finish with some fresh blackberries and a slice of lime.
Velvet Alexander
One of our top picks for easy gin cocktails, this drink is silky smooth and well-balanced. The gin cuts through the advocaat and sherry, creating a delightful drink with depth and character. This is complemented by the hint of nutty flavour.
Ingredients
45ml Cotswold Dry Gin
45ml Advocaat
20ml Medium-Sweet Sherry
Method
Shake all ingredients in an ice-filled shaker. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with some grated nutmeg.
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