Minty Gin Gin Fizz | A Gin Cocktail with Ginger Ale and Mint
A gin cocktail with mint, ginger ale, and fresh lime juice.
Servings 2 people
Ingredients
- 4 oz Gin
- 8 oz Ginger ale
- 4 oz Seltzer Water or Club Soda
- 2 oz Fresh squeezed lime juice
- 4-5 Fresh mint leaves plus extra for garnish
Instructions
- Take a cocktail shaker or a sturdy glass and add the fresh mint leaves. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently crush the mint leaves to release their oils and fragrance.
- Next, pour the gin and squeeze the juice of a lime into the cocktail shaker or glass with the muddled mint if you don't have a cocktail shaker.
- If using a cocktail shaker, fill it with ice cubes and securely close the lid. Vigorously shake the shaker for about 15-20 seconds to chill the ingredients and blend the flavors. Alternatively, if you don't have a shaker, you can stir the ingredients together in the glass with a long spoon.
- Once the ingredients are thoroughly mixed, strain the cocktail into a tall glass or a high ball glass filled with fresh ice cubes. The straining will remove any small mint pieces and ensure a smooth texture. Top the glass with ginger ale.
- If you want to elevate the presentation and aromatics of your cocktail, garnish it with a lime slice and a sprig of fresh mint.