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    Fresh Strawberry Gin Cocktail with Ginger Beer 

    Modified: May 4, 2025 · Published: Jun 13, 2023 by Katy McAvoy

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    Strawberry Gin Cocktail.

    This delicious fresh Strawberry Gin Cocktail with ginger beer combines sweet strawberries with a little tart lime and spicy ginger beer for a fresh cocktail that is one of my top choices on hot days. 

    Glasses of Strawberry Gin Cocktails garnished with mint.
    Jump to:
    • What's in a Strawberry Gin Cocktail
    • How to Make a Fresh Strawberry Gin Cocktail with Ginger Beer (Step by Step)
    • How to Make Orange Simple Syrup
    • Recipe Tips
    • Don’t Miss These Strawberry Recipes
    • FAQs and Substitutions 
    • More Delicious Gin Cocktails You’ll Love 
    • Print the Recipe Card
    • Easy Strawberry Gin Cocktail with Fresh Strawberries

    Some days I need an easy drink I can make in the glass. No cocktail shaker or mixing glass required. This fresh Strawberry Gin Cocktail with Ginger Beer is a single spirit cocktail - we're only putting gin in it - so in a few simple steps we can have a tasty drink. 

    Very similar to a strawberry gin smash, we're starting with fresh strawberries (not strawberry syrup) and smashing them with a muddler to get that sweet strawberry flavor we want for this cocktail recipe. Fresh squeezed lime juice is another key ingredient and a great way to keep the sweetness in check. 

    What's in a Strawberry Gin Cocktail

    Ingredient for strawberry gin cocktails.
    • Fresh Strawberries - You can swap these out for thawed, frozen strawberry if needed.
    • Lime - Always squeeze fresh limes for your cocktail.
    • Orange Simple Syrup - This adds sweetness and orange flavor to your cocktail without increasing the alcohol.
    • Gin - Choose your favorite gin for this recipe. I like a London Dry Gin for this one.
    • Ginger Beer - Choose your favorite brand or use ginger ale if you don't like a strong ginger flavor.
    • Fresh mint (for garnish) - Optional, but I love what fresh mint adds when sipping the drink.

    How to Make a Fresh Strawberry Gin Cocktail with Ginger Beer (Step by Step)

    Strawberry slices being dropped into a rocks glass.

    Place the fresh strawberry and lime juice in a rocks glass. 

    A muddler mashing slices of strawberries.

    Muddle to break up the strawberry slices. 

    Gin being poured into a rock glass.

    Add orange simple syrup and gin. Stir to combine.

    Ginger beer being poured into a rocks glass filled with strawberry cocktail.

    Fill the glass with ice cubes and top with ginger beer. Stir gently.

    A hand garnishing a strawberry gin cocktail with a mint sprig.

    Garnish with lime wedges, a slice of strawberry, and/or fresh mint leaves. 

    Sip and enjoy! 

    How to Make Orange Simple Syrup

    Orange syrup is super easy to make at home! Head over to my orange simple syrup recipe page for all the instructions and tips you need! 

    A glass bottle of orange syrup.

    Recipe Tips

    • For the best flavor and sweetness, be sure you're using ripe strawberries in this cocktail. Ripe, fresh fruits will also be easier to crush.
    • Use fresh lime juice. You’ll need about half a lime per cocktail, so take the time to squeeze the fresh fruit. It makes a lot of difference in the taste of your drinks. 
    • If you don’t have a muddler on hand, use a wooden spoon to break down and mash the strawberries in your glass. 

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    FAQs and Substitutions 

    Does ginger beer have alcohol in it? 

    No. Like its cousin root beer, ginger beer is a soda, not a beer. It has a strong ginger flavor that makes it an excellent mixer for cocktails and mocktails. 

    What kind of gin should I use? 

    I love a London Dry Gin like Beefeater Gin in this recipe, but you can absolutely use your favorite gin. 

    Can I use frozen strawberries in this recipe? 

    Yes, just thaw them completely before placing the strawberries in your glass so you can easily muddle them. 

    What can I use instead of ginger beer? 

    This smash cocktail is definitely designed to be made with ginger beer, or at least ginger ale. But if you don’t like ginger beer or don’t have any on hand, top off your cocktail with a splash of club soda, soda water, or tonic water. Or use lemon lime soda to keep it sweet.

    A glass of strawberry gin cocktail.

    More Delicious Gin Cocktails You’ll Love 

    • Refreshing Lavender Blueberry Gin Cocktail
    • Simple Pear Gin Cocktail with Rosemary
    • Classic French 75 Gin Cocktail Recipe
    • Lavender Bee’s Knees Gin Cocktail
    • Prickly Pear Cinnamon Gin Cocktail

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    A glass of strawberry gin cocktail.

    Easy Strawberry Gin Cocktail with Fresh Strawberries

    Katy McAvoy
    This easy, summery gin cocktail is made with fresh strawberry and lime, homemade orange syrup and topped with ginger beer for a refreshing drink on a hot day.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Servings 1 cocktail

    Equipment

    • Jigger
    • Muddler
    • Rocks Glasses
    • Goslings Ginger Beer

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 fresh strawberry sliced
    • 0.5 oz lime juice fresh squeezed
    • 1 oz orange simple syrup
    • 1.5 oz gin
    • 2 oz ginger beer
    • Fresh mint garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Place the fresh strawberry and lime juice in a rocks glass.
      1 fresh strawberry, 0.5 oz lime juice
    • Muddle to break up the strawberry slices.
    • Add orange simple syrup and gin.
      1 oz orange simple syrup, 1.5 oz gin
    • Stir. Fill the glass with ice.
    • Top with ginger beer.
      2 oz ginger beer
    • Stir gently.
    • Garnish with a slice of strawberry and/or a fresh mint sprigs.
      Fresh mint
    • Sip and enjoy!

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    Notes

    To make orange simple syrup, combine 1 cup sugar with 1 cup hot water. Stir until the sugar has dissolved. Add in 1 - 2 inch piece of orange peel. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Remove orange peel. (Do not leave orange peel in for more than 24 hours.) 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 201kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.02gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 21mgPotassium: 54mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 9IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mg
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    About Katy McAvoy

    Katy is the author, photographer, home cook, mixologist, and Michigander behind MittenGirl.com and Homemade Happy Hour. Since 2017, she's been crafting recipes for easy-to-make cocktails and delicious snacks while sharing her love of all things Michigan (a.k.a. The Mitten)!

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    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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