The best thing about gin is that you can pick your flavour profile, whether you like the London Dry variety or want a more layered approach. South African gins can come in a host of flavours from rooibos, to fynbos or even a colourful one. Why not go with the flow this month and try out these enticing gin cocktail recipes?
Stick the Classic Gin and Tonic
Ingredients
60ml gin
Method
Fill a highball glass with ice, then add your choice of gin.
Top with the Indian tonic water and stir gently.
Finally, garnish with the cucumber, lemon, or grapefruit.
Wild Cucumber Stunner
Ingredients
1 cucumber peeled or a dry wild cucumber
Mashed cucumber
60ml gin (cucumber-flavoured gin works best)
Mint leaves
Soda water
Ice
Method
Take the thinly peeled cucumber and lace it around the inside the glass. Using a muddler, mash the cucumber inside the glass.
Add your choice of gin and stir.
Add the soda water and ice. Garnish with mint leaves.
Sunset Sensation
This smooth and refreshing cocktail from Cape Town Gin is best paired with seafood canapés and jazz music.
Ingredients
25 ml Cape Town Pink Lady Gin
5ml Strawberry liqueur
15ml Squeezed lime juice
3 Strawberries (cut into pieces)
2 Fresh basil leaves
Soda water
Ice
Method
Combine all ingredients in a tall glass packed with ice and stir well. Garnish with a slice of orange and a sprig of fresh mint.
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