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    Gin

    I used to always say I didn't like gin. Until a very talented mixologist introduced me to all the varieties of gin that exist. And now it's my first choice spirit.

    Gin is a clear spirit that is distilled from juniper berries and other botanicals, which give it a distinctive flavor. That "pine tree" flavor? It's the juniper berries.

    But not all gins have the same amount of juniper in them. And some have so many other delicious botanicals in them (herbs, spices, flowers), that you can barely taste the juniper!

    These gin cocktails feature other ingredients such as bitters, citrus, homemade syrups, and/or liqueurs, which are used to add variety and additional flavor to the drinks.

    Pro tip: If you're an "I don't like gin" person, try my Grapefruit and Elderflower Gin Cocktail or this Pear Rosemary Gin Cocktail.

    Gin Cocktail Recipes

    • Grapefruit Gin Cocktail with Elderflower
    • Fresh Strawberry Gin Cocktail with Ginger Beer 
    • How to Make Homemade Apple Cinnamon Infused Gin
    • Refreshing Orange Gin Cocktail
    • Light and Refreshing Honey Orange Gin Cocktail
    • Apple French 75 Gin Cocktail for Fall
    • Classic Bee's Knees Cocktail
    • Quick Lavender Bee’s Knees Gin Cocktail
    • Prickly Pear Cinnamon Gin Cocktail
    • French 75 Cocktail Recipe
    • Quick Blueberry French 75 Cocktail is Perfect for Summer
    • Simple Pear Gin Cocktail with Rosemary
    • Simple Cranberry Gin Christmas Cocktail
    • Refreshing Lavender Blueberry Gin Cocktail
    • Vanishing Ghost Halloween Gin Cocktail
    • Cherry Blossom Cocktail with Gin
    • Basil Gimlet Gin Cocktail
    • Rhubarb Gin Gimlet Cocktail (3 Ingredients)
    • Wicked Witches Brew Cocktail for Halloween
    Katy McAvoy, mixologist and photographer

    Hi! I’m Katy (she/her). I’m an author, photographer, home cook, mixologist, Michigander, and lover of all things food and drink. I never turn down a good happy hour and believe that everyone deserves a delicious drink. Follow me on Instagram to check out what I’m working on next!

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