Cranberry Gin & Tonic Cocktail
Cranberry Gin & Tonic Cocktail is the perfect blend of tart cranberry juice, smooth gin, and bubbly tonic water, creating a refreshing drink that’s as delightful to sip as it is visually appealing. Ideal for any occasion, this cocktail combines festive flavors that sparkle with every toast. Simple to make and endlessly adaptable, you’ll be impressing friends and family in no time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz gin
- 4 oz 100% cranberry juice
- 4 oz high-quality tonic water
- 1 lime wedge
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Chill your glass in the freezer.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine gin and cranberry juice. Shake for about 10 seconds until chilled.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Top off with tonic water and squeeze a lime wedge over the drink before adding it for extra zest.
- Garnish with another lime wedge or fresh cranberries if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (8 oz)
- Calories: 196
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For a unique twist, swap gin for vodka or use flavored tonic water. Enhance flavors by muddling fresh herbs or berries at the bottom of your glass.