Gin is a spirit with juniper aromas that goes well with citrus fruits and other botanicals. Gin is usually enjoyed neat but it can also be used to create refreshing and simple mixed beverages.
This refreshing gin-lemon cocktail is made using a mixture of gin and lemon juice. It's a simple, yet flavorful, beverage that's easy to make and serve up whenever you want a gin-based drink.
Collins Mix
This collins mixture is a quick and easy way to make classic drinks like the Collins. You only need a handful ingredients, including real sugar or lime juice. This mix can be made in less than a minute so that you can make a quality cocktail at home.
A Collins is a classic and easy-to-make gin cocktail. It's great for anyone who likes the spirit but doesn't want to get too drunk. It is a refreshing and light drink that can be made in summertime but can also used at other times of the calendar.
Traditionally, a Collins is served in a glass with ice and club soda. If you don't like club soda, swap it for ginger ale or tonic waters.
You have many other spirits that you can add to the cocktail. For instance, white and aged rums or even agave spirits such as blanco tequila would be excellent accompaniments.
Make this gin lemon drink by simply mixing all the ingredients with ice in a shaker. Stir until well blended. Strain into a glass, and garnish with soda water.
You can also make this drink with a glass mason-jar, instead of a cocktail mixer. Simply fill the container with ice and shake for approximately 30 seconds. Finally, pour the mixture out into a glass mason jar and enjoy!
This light and bubbly gin-lemon cocktail is great for parties or other gatherings. It's easy to make and can be scaled up if you're serving a crowd.
You can use any gin you'd like to create this delicious drink. You will get the best results if you use London dry Gin. It pairs well with this recipe's crisp lemon flavor.
Aside from the classic London dry gin, you can also use a floral-forward gin such as Hendricks Rose or The Botanist Scottish gin. These gins feature notes of rose and cucumber and are a nice compliment to the citrus notes in this drink.
Lastly, you can try a Canadian-made gin called Empress 1908 that's infused with butterfly pea flowers and roses to give it a deep indigo color and beautiful floral flavor. This gin is a perfect match for the citrus flavors in this drink and makes an elegant addition to any dinner table or party.
This gin-lemon cocktail is easy to make and great for those who love a sweet, refreshing drink. It's an excellent choice for those on a strict budget or who don’t want too much alcohol.
FAQ
What happens if you add more ingredients to your drink?
Too many ingredients can cause a drink to lose its flavor. This means that some of your original flavors will be lost.
What does it mean to say, "I'm having too much fun?"
It indicates that someone has had too much to drink.
How long does the process take to make homemade frozen cocktails?
It depends on the number of cocktails you are making. For example, 12 cocktails can take about 20 minutes. It will take 40 minutes if you make 24 cocktails.
How long does a glass of wine take to chill?
For a glass wine to cool completely, it takes around 30 minutes to an hour. To speed things up, place the bottle in the fridge for 15 to 20 mins before serving.
What is a shaker?
A shaker allows you to combine multiple ingredients. The shaker comes with a strainer so you can strain any remaining solids from the mixture. It also has a lid to stop unwanted smells escaping as it shakes.
Which mixed drink is most popular?
The most popular mixed drinks are often based on alcohol and caffeine. This is because they contain both stimulants AND depressants.
Alcohol can stimulate the central nervous system which makes us feel more energy. Caffeine is also known to increase our energy and focus. Many people combine these two substances together because they both provide similar benefits.
There are many other reasons we enjoy drinking cocktails. Some drink them to relax, others like them after a long hard day.
No matter your reason, these three delicious cocktail recipes are perfect for you.
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A classic gin martini
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A vodka cranberry
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Irish coffee
What are the top drinks bartenders should know?
A bartender's most important skill is the ability to make perfect cocktails. It's more than just mixing ingredients. Each ingredient must be explained to you, so you can decide why one is better. A good bartender will know all of these things and use this knowledge to create a great drink.
Statistics
- American blended whiskeys are so inexpensive because they only have to contain 20 percent whiskey; the rest can be made up of neutral grain spirits, colorings, and flavorings. (mashed.com)
- According to a post on Quora, the average bartender can make upward of 140 drinks per hour. (gloworder.com)
- its content makes it 10.5%, which is far less than wine. (breakingtheboredom.com)
- You can simply follow the rule of thumb: $1/beer or wine, $2/ cocktail, and 10-20% for large tabs. (alembicbar.com)
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How To
How to make mixed drinks
Mixed drinks are created from different ingredients, such as juices, spirits, liqueurs and syrups. These ingredients are then combined to make one drink. Mixing a cocktail involves combining two or three liquors with water and ice to produce a beverage containing alcohol. It usually includes fresh fruit juices like lemonade, soda water or tonic water, ginger ale and club soda.
The following are some of the most well-known types of cocktails:
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Margarita: A Mexican cocktail that includes tequila mixed with triple sec (or Cointreau), lemon juice, salt and lime juice.
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Daiquiri -- A Cuban cocktail that includes rum sugar, lime juice, crushed ice, and rum
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Mojito – A Cuban cocktail that consists primarily of mint leaves and some rum.
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Gin and Tonic is a British cocktail made with gin and tonic.
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Martini: A cocktail made of vermouth with vodka, bitters, olive oil, and bitters.
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Whiskey sour - A whiskey drink that includes sweetened condensed dairy, lemon juice, and whisky.
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Sidecar is a French cocktail with orange juice, cognac, and grenadine.
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Collins – A cocktail made with equal amounts of gin or lemon juice.
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Manhattan - This cocktail consists of sweet vermouth and sweet rye whiskey.
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White Russian – A cocktail that consists of vodka, Kahlua coffee liqueur and cream.
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Brandy Alexander: A mix of brandy and creme de cacao, heavy cream, and dark chocolate syrup.