WHEN you think of gin, you probably think of lazy summer afternoons and gazing off into the picturesque distance without a care in the world. Just because it’s winter it doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy your favourite drink. Here are some warm gin cocktails to serve on chilly nights.
Ingredients
- 1 part Sipsmith London Dry Gin
- 1 part Campari
- 1 part sweet vermouth
- Berry tea
- Dehydrated orange or fresh orange slice (optional, for the wow factor)
Method
- Pour the first three ingredients into a mug and stir.
- Top with hot berry tea.
- Garnish with a dehydrated orange or a fresh orange slice.
HOT CLEMENTS
If you’re looking for the “fun aunt” version of a flu juice, the Hot Clements is the drink for you. A delightfully sippable twist on the zesty St Clements cocktail, this tasty winter drink has the added bonus of a sneaky immune system boost. Whether you opt for clementine juice or orange juice, it’s bound to be the perfect winter tipple.
Ingredients
- 1 part Sipsmith London Dry Gin
- 3 parts warm clementine (or orange) juice
- 1 teaspoon simple syrup
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Sprig of mint to garnish (if you’re feeling fancy)
Method
- Combine all the ingredients in a glass. Stir. Garnish with a sprig of mint.
HOT G&T
Can’t stand mulled wine, but in need of a winter warmer? Turn up the heat on a classic favourite and try a Hot G&T. Say goodbye to frozen hands from clasping your drink all night. It’s a G&T in a trench coat – bold, yet stylishly simple. Enjoy all the fun of a regular G&T but with some winter-friendly spunk.
Ingredients
- 2 parts Sipsmith London Dry Gin
- 1 part tonic syrup
- Hot water
- Orange twist to garnish (for that extra pizzaz)
Method
- Combine the gin and tonic syrup in a mug or heatproof stem glass. Stir well.
- Top with boiling water.
- Garnish with an orange twist.