Best Cocktails with Gin

Collection overview

• Start with the flavor profile you enjoy.
• Choose build recipes for speed and shaken recipes for brightness.
• Open each recipe for exact ratios and method.

14 recipes in this collection

Recipes in this collection

• Dry Martini

  Dry Martini is a classic gin-based cocktail with a spirit forward profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | stir | Martini glass

• Negroni

  Negroni is a classic gin-based cocktail with a bitter profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | stir | Rocks glass

• Tom Collins

  Tom Collins is a classic gin-based cocktail with a refreshing profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | shake | Collins glass

• Gimlet

  Gimlet is a classic gin-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | shake | Coupe glass

• French 75

  French 75 is a classic gin-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | shake | Flute glass

• Aviation

  Aviation is a classic gin-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | shake | Coupe glass

• Last Word

  Last Word is a classic gin-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | shake | Coupe glass

• Ramos Gin Fizz

  Ramos Gin Fizz is a classic gin-based cocktail with a sweet profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | shake | Collins glass

• Clover Club

  Clover Club is a classic gin-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | shake | Coupe glass

• Singapore Sling

  Singapore Sling is a classic gin-based cocktail with a tropical profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | shake | Highball glass

• Corpse Reviver No. 2

  Corpse Reviver No. 2 is a classic gin-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | shake | Coupe glass

• Bee’s Knees

  Bee’s Knees is a classic gin-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | shake | Coupe glass

• Bramble

  Bramble is a classic gin-based cocktail with a citrus profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | shake | Rocks glass

• Vesper

  Vesper is a classic gin-based cocktail with a spirit forward profile. This Glugtail reference includes the standard ratio, method and serve.

  gin | shake | Martini glass

How to choose

For a first drink, choose a recipe with three or four ingredients and a familiar citrus or refreshing profile. Spirit-forward options are better when you want the base spirit to remain prominent.

Frequently asked questions

What mixes well with gin?

Citrus, soda, bitters, vermouth and fruit liqueurs are common partners; the best choice depends on whether you want a bright, long or spirit-forward drink.

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