Red Christmas Gin Cocktail

Bright and refreshing, the Red Christmas Gin Cocktail combines gin with cranberry, lime, and a touch of orange, sweetened with a hint of maple syrup. Topped with a splash of soda and garnished with rosemary and cranberries, this cocktail is perfect for bringing holiday cheer to any gathering.

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Red Christmas Gin Cocktail

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Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Christmas cocktails, Christmas gin cocktails, cranberries, Cranberry Juice, Gin, Lime Juice, maple syrup, maple syrup cocktails, orange juice,, Rosemary sprig, soda water

Servings: 1

Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

• Jigger
• Highball Glass
• Bar Spoon

Ingredients

• 2 ounces gin
• 3 ounces cranberry juice
• 0.5 ounce lime juice
• 0.5 ounce orange juice
• 0.25 ounce maple syrup
• Splash of soda water to top
• Rosemary sprig for garnish
• Fresh cranberries for garnish

Instructions

• Fill a highball glass with ice.
• Add the gin, cranberry juice, lime juice, orange juice, and maple syrup to the glass.
• Stir gently with a spoon to mix the ingredients.
• Top with a splash of soda water.
• Garnish with a sprig of rosemary and a few fresh cranberries for a festive touch.
• Serve immediately and enjoy the holiday flavors!

Notes

Pro Tips

• For a deeper flavor, use fresh-squeezed juices and high-quality maple syrup.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding a bit more maple syrup or a splash of simple syrup, if desired.
• Lightly bruise the rosemary sprig before garnishing to release its aroma.

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Tasting Notes

The Red Christmas Gin Cocktail offers a vibrant blend of gin and tart cranberry, with a hint of citrus and a subtle sweetness from the maple syrup. The soda water adds a refreshing sparkle, while the rosemary and cranberry garnish add a festive, aromatic touch—making this cocktail both refreshing and seasonally perfect.