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Cranberry Gin Cocktail

Cranberry Gin Cocktail

  • Author: Sofia Marten
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving
  • Category: Cocktail
  • Method: Shaken
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and simple Cranberry Gin Cocktail, perfect for any occasion, balancing tart cranberry with botanical gin and bright citrus.


Ingredients

  • 2 ounces gin
  • 3 ounces cranberry juice (not cranberry cocktail, if possible)
  • 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup (or to taste, adjust for juice sweetness)
  • Ice
  • Fresh cranberries and a lime wedge or twist, for garnish


Instructions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add gin, cranberry juice, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  3. Shake well until thoroughly chilled, about 15-20 seconds.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass or an ice-filled rocks glass.
  5. Garnish with a few fresh cranberries and a lime wedge or twist.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Using 100% pure cranberry juice (not cranberry cocktail) will result in a tarter drink, allowing for better control over sweetness with the simple syrup.
  • Adjust simple syrup to your preference based on the sweetness of your cranberry juice.
  • For an extra festive touch, consider using sparkling water or prosecco to top the drink for a Cranberry Gin Fizz variation.