30+ Best Gin Cocktails To Try Out Tonight
Because a simple gin and tonic doesn't always cut it.
Spice up your weekend gin routine with one of these mouthwatering (and beautiful!) cocktails.
Blackberry Gin Shooters
Gin may not be the most popular choice when it comes to shots, but when combined with fresh blackberries and lemon juice, it transforms into a fruity, easily drinkable sip.
Recipe: Dine & Dish
Gin and cucumber are a match made in cocktail heaven, but adding fresh basil takes the classic combo to a whole other level.
Recipe: BS' In The Kitchen
This beauty of a beverage brings lavender, lemon and honey together in a refreshing complement to gin's complex flavor profile.
Recipe: Style Me Pretty
Limoncello's syrupy flavor plays perfectly off of a clear liquor like gin, while grilled sprigs of thyme add an earthy element to an otherwise sweet drink.
Recipe: Fine Cooking
St. Germain, the famous elderflower liqueur, and gin are frequently used together, but this cocktail takes the sophisticated pairing a step farther with the introduction of lavender, lemon and champagne.
Recipe: Z Gallerie
Rose syrup and light pink rose petals give this refreshing cocktail its pretty pallor, but the real heart of the drink is the gin.
Recipe: Design Sponge
While there's nothing wrong with a classic G&T, why not try this flavorful variation made with fresh fruits and mint?
Recipe: Spoon Fork Bacon
Blueberry-Thyme Gin Smash
This cocktail features complex flavors — it's fruity, crisp and herby all at the same time — but it remains deliciously approachable instead of overwhelming.
Recipe: Tide & Thyme
This refreshing elderflower and gin cocktail is a breeze to whip up, but still flavorful enough to impress any guests.
Recipe: Baked Bree
Rose and Tarragon Gin Lemonade
This gorgeous floral drinks is as beautiful as it is creative. The sparkling rose lemonade in this drink adds a fizzy contrast to the smooth flowery taste.
Recipe: Heather Christo
Watermelon and Lemonade Martini
This cocktail is the ultimate summer drink. The classic summer flavors of watermelon and lemonade will take you back to your childhood, but the kick of gin gives this drink a grown-up twist.
Recipe: Premeditated Leftovers
Red Wine Gin Sour
Red wine lovers, this dessert-like drink is just for you, and it's perfect for an after-dinner treat.
Recipe: Hummingbird High
The French Tart Cocktail
This mouth-puckering cocktail lives up to its name. With grapefruit, lemon juice and bitters, this drink is the perfect combination of refreshing and tangy.
Recipe: The Gastronom
Lavender Gin And Cloudy Lemonade
This fragrant drink combines the relaxing scent of lavender with the biting flavor of gin, and is perfect for a laid-back afternoon outdoors.
Recipe: A Life Of Geekery
Pomegranate Gin Fizz
This drink is a fun way to dress up the usual gin-and-soda drink. Just be sure to use a strainer to prevent swallowing whole pomegranate seeds.
Recipe: Elephantastic Vegan
Raspberry And Pomegranate Rosé Summer Cocktail
Rosé lovers will love this drink, which is a mix of syrup, gin, pomegranate juice and seeds, lime, raspberries and sparkling rosé. Yum!
Spicy Tomato Gin And Tonics
If you're a fan of salty and spicy drinks, this tomato gin and tonic is just for you. The recipe includes salt, cayenne, black pepper, cherry tomatoes, lime, dill, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, gin and more. Pair with chips and salsa and you're set.
Recipe: The Candid Apetite
Lime And Thyme Cocktail
This refreshing drink will cool you off on a hot summer day. Just grab some limes, thyme, grapefruit Perrier and your favorite gin to blend this soothing drink together.
Recipe: Threads and Blooms
Marion berry Gin And Jam Cocktail
This cocktail is perfect if you want to slip some of your jam from breakfast into your drink. Yes, jam! A little gin, elderflower liquor, blackberry jam, lemon, rosemary leaves and club soda will do the trick for mixing the perfect drink.
Recipe: Lively Table
Apple Cider Gin Fuzz
Don't limit apple cider just to the holiday seasons — get creative and turn it into an adult-friendly drink. Mix it together with gin, orange juice, one egg white, half-and-half, club soda, brown sugar and more for a delicious beverage.
Recipe: The Suburban Soapbox
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