Some of the best
cocktail recipes are made with gin. For starters, there are classic drinks like the gin and tonic or Tom Collins that are shaken up and served over ice. Then, there are the many martini recipes made with gin, like Ree Drummond’s butterfly martini topped with edible flowers. It might just be the prettiest drink we’ve ever seen! Looking to celebrate a special occasion? There’s a gin recipe for that, too! Just look at some of the bubbly cocktails, like the French 75, that doubles as a New Year’s Eve drink. No matter what type of beverage you’re after, this list of gin cocktails is a great place to start.
The reason why gin is so versatile is because the clear liquor lends itself well to a variety of flavors. On its own, gin is slightly herbal and a little bit floral, so it’s perfect for adding a bit of botanical flavor to a refreshing cucumber drink. Or you might like the notes of juniper berries in a sweet and lemony bees knees cocktail. Many vodka drinks can also be swapped out with gin instead. And if you want to really embrace the herbal flavor of gin, try pairing it with a fresh herb garnish, like mint, rosemary, or thyme, from your indoor herb garden. Bonus: It looks pretty, too!
