Christmas Gin Cocktail with Cherries & Mint
This Christmas Gin Cocktail is fruity and refreshing and made with cherries and mint.
Servings 4
Calories 138kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries pitted
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 1 cup water
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves washed, patted dry, and torn
- 2 cups club soda
- 4 oz gin
Optional Garnish
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Place the cherries, honey, and water in a small saucepan and place over medium heat.
- Cook, stirring frequently, for 4-5 minutes or until the mixture is warmed through and bubbly and the cherries release their juices.
- Remove from the heat and transfer the cherry mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Pour into a pitcher and let cool at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
- Add lime juice and mint leaves and stir to combine. Place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- To serve, fill four serving glasses with ice and add ¼ cup cherry mixture, ½ cup club soda, and 1oz gin to each glass.
- Stir gently to combine and serve immediately, with mint leaves for garnish if using. Enjoy and Merry Christmas!
Notes
Alternatively, combine the cherry mixture, soda, and gin in a pitcher and pour to serve.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 138kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 7mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g