Today, May 13th, is World Cocktail Day, a global celebration of the art of mixed drinks and the talented bartenders who create them.
Whether you are a seasoned cocktail lover or a curious newcomer, today is the perfect day to explore the world of cocktails and of course try and make one yourself.
Here are 4 gin cocktails that you can easily make at home.
1. Gin and Tonic
Ingredients
- Gilbeys Gin 60 ml
- Tonic water 120-180 ml
- 1 wedge of lime
- Ice cubes
- Optional: additional lime slices or cucumber slices for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Pour the gin over the ice.
- Top up with tonic water, stirring gently to combine.
- Squeeze the lime wedge over the drink and drop it into the glass.
- Optionally, garnish with additional lime slices or cucumber slices.
- Give it a final gentle stir and enjoy your Gin and Tonic
2. Pinky
Ingredients
- Gilbeys Pink Gin – 60 ml
- Tamarind juice – 30ml
- Tonic water 120-180 ml.
- Ice Cubes
Instructions
- Add a few ice cubes to your glass
- Pour the Pink gin over the ice.
- Top up with 120-180 ml. tonic water.
- Add 30 ml Tamarind Juice
- Stir gently to combine and enjoy your Pinky Gin
3. Sex in the air
Ingredients
- Gilbeys Gin 60ml
- Assorted Fruit
- Lime juice 15 ml
- Tonic water 120-180 ml
Instructions
- Add a few ice cubes to your glass.
- Add Gilbeys gin over the ice.
- Top up with lime juice and stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with assorted strawberries or any other berries of your choice.
- Add 120-180ml of tonic water.
- Give it a final gentle stir and enjoy your Sex on the Air
4. Elephant in the room
Ingredients
- Gilbeys Gin 60 ml
- Lime 30 ml
- Hibiscus syrup 30 ml
- Top up soda water
Instructions
- Add a few Ice cubes to your glass.
- Pour the Gilbeys gin over the ice.
- Top up with Hibiscus syrup, stirring gently to combine.
- Add soda water to the glass.
- Give it a final gentle stir and enjoy your Elephant in the Room