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Fig and Ginger Gin Cocktail

Fig and Ginger Gin

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Prep Time: 4 minutes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fall cocktails, fall gin cocktails, Fig Cocktails, ginger cocktails, soda water cocktails
Servings: 1
Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 oz gin
  • 0.75 oz ginger syrup
  • 0.25 oz lime juice
  • 1.5 fresh figs
  • 2 oz soda water to top
  • More figs and thyme for garnish

Instructions

  • In a cocktail shaker, muddle the fresh figs thoroughly with a muddler to release their juices and flavors.
  • Add the gin, ginger syrup, lime juice, and ice cubes to the shaker.
  • Shake well for 5-8 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
  • Using a tea strainer and the shaker’s built-in strainer, double strain the mixture into cocktail glasses filled with crushed ice.
  • Top the cocktail with soda water and give it a quick swizzle to mix.
  • Garnish with skewered fig slices and a sprig of thyme.
  • Enjoy your Fig and Ginger Gin Cocktail!

Notes

Pro Tips

  • Use ripe figs for maximum sweetness and color.
  • If you prefer a stronger ginger flavor, increase the ginger syrup slightly.
  • Try a London Dry gin for crispness or a more floral gin to highlight the figs.
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