Festive Cranberry Gin and Tonic Recipe – A Nerd Cooks?

The Cranberry Gin and Tonic is a delicious and refreshing drink that is a great choice for any occasion . It's not too sweet, not too bitter, and has just the right amount of complexity to keep you interested. So, the next time you're in the mood for a gin-based co*cktail, give this one a try!

Is cranberry and tonic good?

The Cranberry Gin and Tonic is a delicious and refreshing drink that is a great choice for any occasion . It's not too sweet, not too bitter, and has just the right amount of complexity to keep you interested. So, the next time you're in the mood for a gin-based co*cktail, give this one a try!

What is the perfect serve for the tonic in a G&T?

Use a bit more tonic than gin for the best gin and tonic. For one (strong) co*cktail, I combine 3 ounces of gin with 4 ounces of tonic water , which tastes crisp, refreshing, and not too boozy. I always add lime to my gin and tonics, both a squeeze of fresh lime and a wedge or slice in the glass itself.

Does cranberry co*cktail help with kidneys?

In particular, cranberry juice is thought to help get rid of kidney stones , similarly to how it reduces incidence of urinary tract infections (UTIs).

What does drinking cranberry everyday do?

Some preliminary research has linked cranberry juice to prevention of some types of cancer, decreased blood pressure, and increased immunity . Additionally, cranberry juice has been used as a long-time home remedy for the prevention and treatment of urinary tract infections (UTIs).

Is cranberry juice and tonic water good for you?

Tonic water (or Indian tonic water) is a carbonated soft drink flavored with quinine, which gives it a distinctively bitter taste. Cranberry extracts have been shown to help reduce the incidence of urinary tract infections, inhibit the formation of dental plaque, and promote the health of the heart .

What not to take with cranberry?

Possible Interactions Warfarin (Coumadin): Cranberry may raise the risk of bleeding, especially if you already take medications to thin the blood such as warfarin. ... Aspirin: Like aspirin, cranberries contain salicylic acid. ... Other medications: Cranberry may interact with medications that are broken down by the liver.

Is Tonic good for you?

Tonic water is a carbonated soft drink that may contain sugar and has little nutritional value. The quinine present in tonic water provides a distinctive bitter flavor. While not dangerous, tonic water does not have any major benefits and could lead to an unnecessary increase in calorie consumption .

What can I mix with cranberry juice to make it taste better?

I sweetened my juice with honey which adds a sweet floral touch to the beverage. I also use a couple of freshly squeezed oranges which gives the juice a nice hint of citrus flavor. I'm sure apple juice or apple cider would work well too. I think moving forward I'm going to call this drink cranade (like lemonade…).

Festive Cranberry Gin and Tonic Recipe

Dec 14, 2018 · Modified: Dec 12, 2023 by Lauren Pacek · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Treat yourself to a festive Cranberry Gin and Tonic (or two, or three) this holiday season! You know that you deserve it.

To be honest, I've always thought that (some) gin and tonics sometimes taste like a Christmas tree. Or at least taste the way that a Christmas tree smells. Know what I mean? Maybe? No? Agree to disagree.

Either way, we have taken a standard (and perfectly tasty) G&T recipe and made it even more delicious and festive with the addition of cranberry juice and fresh cranberries.

Need more festive holiday co*cktails? Try my White Christmas Margarita or Loaded Christmas Ale! Sous Vide Eggnog is a great choice if you're looking for a nonalcoholic holiday drink.

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🌟 Why You'll Love This Recipe
💭 What is a Cranberry Gin and Tonic?
📝 Ingredients
❓ Recipe FAQs
🔗 Other holiday co*cktails
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🌟 Why You'll Love This Recipe

It's very festive. Red cranberry juice, the juniper flavor of the gin... this drink screams "Christmas."
It is so easy to make. This drink is so easy to make. All you need to do is pour a few ingredients into a glass!
It tastes great. Cranberry, gin, and tonic flavors all play very well together.

💭 What is a Cranberry Gin and Tonic?

A regular gin and tonic is pretty much exactly what it sounds like: it's gin, tonic, and lime juice served over ice.

A Cranberry Gin and Tonic has all of those ingredients plus some bright red cranberry juice. It adds some sweet-tart flavor, beautiful color, and holiday festiveness.

📝 Ingredients

Cranberry juice: You can use either cranberry juice or cranberry juice concentrate. Whatever floats your boat.
Lime juice: Freshly squeezed, please!
Gin: Use your favorite gin. Durham Distillery Conniption (American Dry) Gin is an old standby, but I've also been enjoying Bar Hill Gin lately, too. Use whatever you like!
Tonic water: Tonic water is a carbonated beverage, in which quinine is dissolved. Quinine, in addition to having a bitter flavor, has been used as a prophylactic against malaria. Use whatever tonic you favor!
Garnishes: As always, garnishes aren't mandatory. But I recommend garnishing your G&T with cranberries (fresh or sugared) and/or a lime wedge.

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👩🏻‍🍳 How to make Cranberry G&Ts

Truthfully, it couldn't be simpler.

Fill your Old Fashioned (or rocks) glass with ice, then pour the cranberry juice over the ice. Squeeze the lime gin and cranberry juice over the ice. Squeeze the lime over the ice, too, before adding your gin

After that, just top everything off with some tonic water. Et voila. You have yourself a very delicious Cranberry Gin and Tonic.

Please don't forget to garnish with some cranberries (fresh or sugared cranberries!) and a lime wedge if you're feeling fancy. And you know that you are.

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❓ Recipe FAQs

Can I make a bigger batch of these drinks?

Sure, you can make a big batch of the cranberry, lime, and gin. Once you pour the drinks into individual glasses, top them off with some tonic.

Should I use cranberry juice or cranberry juice concentrate?

Either one will work. Keep in mind that pure cranberry juice will be more tart, while cranberry juice co*cktail will be sweeter.

What kind of gin should I use?

In short, whatever you like! There's really no wrong answer here. However, if you use a gin that's colored with butterfly pea flower (think Empress gin), it will obviously alter the color of this drink.

🔗 Other holiday co*cktails

Looking for more holiday co*cktails? Check out the co*cktails linked below. Some are from this blog, some are from other fabulous bloggers.

White Christmas Mimosa
White Christmas Margarita
Grinch Mimosa
Cranberry Moscow Mule

Cranberry Old Fashioned co*cktail from Mitten Girl
Cranberry Moscow Mule from The Gourmet Bon Vivant
Authentic Coquito from Sweet Tea and Thyme

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Cranberry Gin and Tonic

Lauren Pacek

Treat yourself to a festive Cranberry Gin and Tonic (or two, or three) this holiday season! You know that you deserve it.

Equipment

Ingredients

▢ 1.5 ounces gin
▢ 2 ounces cranberry juice or cranberry juice co*cktail
▢ ½ lime juiced
▢ 2 ounces tonic water
▢ lime wedge and fresh or candied cranberries for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Over ice, combine the gin, cranberry juice, and lime juice in an old fashioned glass.
Top with the tonic water and garnish with a lime wedge and cranberries.

Notes

I like Conniption American Dry Gin.
You can use cranberry juice or cranberry juice co*cktail depending on what you like. Juice co*cktail is much sweeter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 359kcalCarbohydrates: 67gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSodium: 21mgFiber: 6gSugar: 48g

Disclaimer: Nutritional information is a generated estimate and is not guaranteed to be accurate.

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