Category: Gin

  • Vespers

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    En elegant och sofistikerad cocktail

    Vespers

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    Vesper är en klassisk och sofistikerad cocktail som blev populär genom James Bond-filmerna, särskilt i boken ’Casino Royale’ där Bond beställde en ’Vesper Martini’. Den kombinerar gin, vodka och Lillet Blanc, vilket ger drinken en distinkt och elegant smak. Vesper är perfekt för dem som söker en drink med en viss styrka och komplexitet.

    • Category: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Method: Stirred cocktails
    • Cuisine: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 60 ml gin
    • 20 ml vodka
    • 10 ml Lillet Blanc (eller annan vit vermouth)
    • Ice cubes
    • A slice of lemon for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a tube glass with ice cubes.
    2. Tillsätt gin, vodka och Lillet Blanc.
    3. Rör om ordentligt i cirka 20 sekunder.
    4. Sila över i ett kylt martiniglas.
    5. Garnish with a lemon slice.

    Notes

    • För en ännu mer autentisk smak, använd en högkvalitativ gin och vodka.
    • Rör drinken noggrant för att säkerställa att ingredienserna blandas ordentligt.
    • Vesper är en stark drink, så anpassa mängden Lillet Blanc efter hur mycket sötma du vill ha.

  • Singapore Sling

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    En tropisk och komplex klassiker

    Singapore Sling

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    Singapore Sling är en komplex och smakrik cocktail som skapades på början av 1900-talet på Raffles Hotel i Singapore. Drinken kombinerar gin, körsbärslikör, limejuice, grenadin, och sockerlag för en balanserad men kraftfull smakprofil. Den serveras ofta i ett högt glas och är känd för sin tropiska känsla, vilket gör den till en favorit vid festliga tillfällen.

    • Category: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Method: Shaken cocktails
    • Cuisine: Asian drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 30 ml gin
    • 15 ml körsbärslikör (t.ex. Cherry Heering)
    • 10 ml grenadine
    • 10 ml syrup
    • 15 ml lime juice
    • 80 ml pineapple juice
    • 1 skvätt angostura bitters (valfritt)
    • Ice cubes
    • En ananasskiva och körsbär för garnering

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Tillsätt gin, körsbärslikör, grenadin, sockerlag, limejuice och ananasjuice.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
    4. Sila drinken i ett highball-glas fyllt med is.
    5. Garnera med en ananasskiva och ett körsbär.

    Notes

    • For best flavor, use freshly squeezed lime juice and pineapple juice.
    • Justera mängden grenadin och sockerlag för att passa din smak och sötma.
    • En liten mängd angostura bitters kan ge en extra smakdimension till drinken.

  • Long Island Iced Tea

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    En spritig och uppfriskande cocktail med en twist

    Long Island Iced Tea

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    Long Island Iced Tea är en klassisk cocktail som kombinerar flera spritsorter och en hint av syra från lime och sötma från sockerlag. Trots sitt namn innehåller drinken inte alls te, utan det är citronsaft och cola som ger den en lätt te-liknande smak. Drinken skapades på Long Island, New York, under 1970-talet och har blivit en populär festdrink. Den är känd för sin balanserade smak och sprudlande karaktär.

    • Category: Cocktails Longdrinks
    • Method: Shaken cocktails
    • Cuisine: American drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 15 ml vodka
    • 15 ml light rum
    • 15 ml tequila
    • 15 ml gin
    • 15 ml triple sec (orange liqueur)
    • 25 ml fresh lime juice
    • 30 ml syrup
    • Cola (för att toppa)
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Tillsätt vodka, rom, tequila, gin, triple sec, limejuice och sockerlag.
    3. 3. Skaka kraftigt i cirka 15 sekunder.
    4. Strain the drink into a highball glass filled with ice cubes.
    5. Toppa med cola och rör om försiktigt.
    6. Garnish with a lime wedge.

    Notes

    • Justera mängden sockerlag beroende på hur söt du vill ha drinken.
    • För en mindre söt variant, använd mindre cola.
    • Använd en bra kvalitet på de spritsorter du väljer för bästa resultat.

  • French 75

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    An elegant and sparkling cocktail

    French 75

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    The French 75 is a classic cocktail that dates back to the First World War and is named after the French artillery piece 'Canon de 75 modèle 1897'. It combines gin, champagne, lemon juice and sugar to create a sparkling and refreshing drink. It is known for its balance between the dry character of gin and the bubbly lightness of champagne. Perfect for festive occasions or as a luxurious aperitif.

    • Category: Cocktails Fizz drinks
    • Method: Shaken cocktails
    • Cuisine: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 30 ml gin
    • 15 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 10 ml syrup
    • 60 ml champagne
    • Ice cubes
    • A lemon slice or twist for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a shaker with gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup.
    2. Shake vigorously with ice cubes for about 10 seconds.
    3. Strain the drink into a chilled champagne glass.
    4. Fill up with champagne and stir gently.
    5. Garnish with a lemon slice or twist.

    Notes

    • Use a dry gin for best results.
    • Adjust the amount of syrup to adjust the sweetness to taste.
    • Choose a quality champagne to really enhance your drink.

  • Corpse Reviver #2

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    A refreshing and balanced classic

    Corpse Reviver #2

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    The Corpse Reviver #2 is a classic cocktail mentioned in Harry Craddock's 'The Savoy Cocktail Book' from the 1930s. The drink is part of the famous Corpse Reviver series, which was created to 'raise the dead'. With gin, Cointreau, Lillet Blanc, lemon juice and a touch of absinthe, this version is both refreshing and well balanced. Perfect as an aperitif and an elegant choice for any occasion.

    • Category: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Method: Shaken cocktails
    • Cuisine: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 25 ml gin
    • 25 ml Cointreau
    • 25 ml White millet
    • 25 ml fresh lemon juice
    • A few drops of absinthe
    • Ice cubes
    • A lemon slice or zest for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the gin, Cointreau, Lillet Blanc, lemon juice and absinthe.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    5. Garnish with a lemon slice or zest.

    Notes

    • Use fresh lemon juice for a fresher and more acidic taste.
    • Dose the absinthe carefully so as not to overwhelm the other flavors.
    • Serve well chilled to bring out the balance and complexity of the drink.

  • Cardinal

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    An elegant and bitter Italian cocktail

    Cardinal

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    The Cardinale is a sophisticated cocktail that originated in Rome in the 1950s. The drink was created by a bartender at the Hotel Excelsior for a cardinal, which gave the drink its name. With gin, dry vermouth and Campari, the Cardinale is a variation of the Negroni, but with a drier and more aromatic flavor profile. It is perfect as an aperitif and for those who appreciate balanced, bittersweet flavors.

    • Category: Old-Fashioned-style cocktails
    • Method: Stirred cocktails
    • Cuisine: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 40 ml gin
    • 30 ml dry vermouth
    • 30 ml Campari
    • Ice cubes
    • An orange zest for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a tube glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the gin, dry vermouth and Campari.
    3. Stir gently for about 30 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    5. Garnish with an orange zest.

    Notes

    • Use a high-quality gin and vermouth to balance the bitter notes of Campari.
    • Adjust the amount of Campari if you prefer a milder bitterness.
    • Serve well chilled to enhance the aromas and flavor.

  • Suffering Bastard

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    A spicy and fruity tiki cocktail

    Suffering Bastard

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    The Suffering Bastard is a tiki cocktail created in the 1940s at Shepheard's Hotel in Cairo, Egypt, during World War II. The drink quickly became popular with soldiers stationed in the region, and its unique flavor profile has kept it popular ever since. Suffering Bastard combines gin, brandy, lime juice, ginger beer and bitters for a drink that is spicy, tart and slightly sweet. It's a perfect balance of strength and freshness, and it's particularly good as a refreshing cocktail for festive occasions.

    • Category: Cocktails Highballs
    • Method: Drinks made with barley
    • Cuisine: Caribbean drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 25 ml gin
    • 25 ml brandy
    • 15 ml lime juice
    • 90 ml ginger beer
    • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
    • Ice cubes
    • A lime wedge or mint sprig for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
    2. Add the gin, brandy, lime juice and bitters.
    3. Top with ginger beer.
    4. Stir to mix the ingredients.
    5. Garnish with a lime wedge or a mint sprig.

    Notes

    • Adjust the amount of ginger beer depending on how spicy you want the drink to be.
    • For best flavor, use fresh lime juice instead of packaged.
    • Feel free to add an extra dash of bitters for a more complex flavor.

  • South Side

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    A fresh and minty gin cocktail

    South Side

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    The South Side is a classic cocktail that has its roots in 19th century New York. It combines gin with mint, lemon juice and sugar syrup for a refreshing and balanced drink. The drink has a fresh and spicy taste with a subtle citric acidity and the distinctive mint flavor. South Side is popular both as an aperitif and as a light drink on hot summer days.

    • Category: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Method: Shaken cocktails
    • Cuisine: American drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml gin (preferably a dry gin)
    • 25 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 15 ml syrup
    • 6–8 fresh mint leaves
    • Ice cubes
    • A sprig of mint for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the gin, lemon juice, syrup and mint leaves.
    3. Dredge the mint gently to release its flavor.
    4. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    5. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    6. Garnish with a sprig of mint.

    Notes

    • Carefully dredge the mint so that it does not become bitter.
    • Adjust the amount of syrup to suit your desired sweetness.
    • For a more refreshing drink, use freshly squeezed lemon juice.

  • Gin Basil Smash

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    A fresh and herbal gin cocktail

    Gin Basil Smash

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    The Gin Basil Smash is a modern cocktail that became popular in the 2000s and has quickly become a classic. It combines gin with fresh basil leaves, lemon juice and syrup for a fresh and herbal taste. The drink is perfect for those who like gin and prefer a more natural and green flavor profile. It is often served as an aperitif or a party drink and is easy to prepare.

    • Category: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Method: Shaken cocktails
    • Cuisine: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 50 ml gin
    • 20 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 20 ml syrup
    • 6–8 fresh basil leaves
    • Ice cubes
    • A basil for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the gin, lemon juice, syrup and basil.
    3. Gently muddle the basil in the shaker to release its flavors.
    4. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    5. Strain the drink into a chilled cocktail glass.
    6. Garnish with a basil leaf.

    Notes

    • For best flavor, use fresh basil and syrup instead of prepared syrup.
    • Gently dredge the basil to avoid it becoming too bitter.
    • Adjust the amount of syrup if you prefer a sweeter or more acidic drink.

  • Bramble

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    A fruity and tasty gin cocktail

    Bramble

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    The Bramble is a modern classic created in the 1980s by bartender Dick Bradsell at the Fred's Club bar in London. The drink combines gin with blackcurrant liqueur, fresh lemon juice and sugar syrup to create a fruity and balanced cocktail. The Bramble is a great drink for those who like gin, but want a cocktail with a fruitier flavor profile.

    • Category: Cocktails Sour drinks
    • Method: Shaken cocktails
    • Cuisine: European drinks

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 40 ml gin
    • 20 ml blackberry liqueur (e.g. Créme de Mûre)
    • 20 ml fresh lemon juice
    • 15 ml syrup
    • Ice cubes
    • A blackberry and a lemon slice for garnish

    Instructions for use

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup.
    3. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
    4. Strain the drink into a lowball glass filled with ice.
    5. Carefully pour the blackcurrant liqueur over the drink so that it sinks to the bottom to create a 'bramble' effect.
    6. Garnish with a blackberry and a lemon slice.

    Notes

    • For best results, use a quality gin and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
    • Gently pour the blackberry liqueur to create the characteristic bramble effect.
    • For a less sweet version, adjust the amount of syrup.