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Gin and Juice

A refreshing cocktail that combines gin with fresh juice for a delightful drink.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces gin
  • 4 ounces fresh juice orange, grapefruit, or your choice
  • 1 ounce simple syrup optional, to taste
  • Ice cubes
  • Garnish like a slice of citrus or mint, optional

Equipment

  • Shaker or stirring glass
  • Jigger or measuring cup
  • Ice
  • Highball glass or cocktail glass
  • Strainer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and tools.
  2. Fill your highball or cocktail glass with ice cubes.
  3. Measure out 2 ounces of gin using a jigger.
  4. Pour in 4 ounces of your chosen fresh juice over the gin.
  5. If you like it sweeter, add 1 ounce of simple syrup.
  6. Gently stir the mixture with a spoon or shake it in a shaker.
  7. If you shook the mixture, strain it into your prepared glass.
  8. Add a slice of citrus or a sprig of mint as a garnish.

Notes

Experiment with different juices and garnishes to find your perfect combination!