19+ Gin Christmas Recipe Savor The Mouthwatering Goodness!

Ingredients:

For the Gingerbread Syrup:

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

For the Cocktail:

• 2 ounces gin
• 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 ounce Gingerbread syrup
• 1/2 ounce triple sec
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Ice
• Ground cinnamon and sugar (optional, for rimming glass)
• Cinnamon stick and lemon peel, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Make the Gingerbread Syrup:

1. In a small saucepan, combine all the ingredients for the gingerbread syrup.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Reduce heat and let simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and let cool.
5. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve and discard the solids.
6. Transfer the syrup to a jar and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

2. Prepare the Cocktail:

1. Start by rimming a glass with a mixture of ground cinnamon and sugar.
2. In a shaker, combine the gin, lemon juice, gingerbread syrup, triple sec, vanilla extract, and ice.
3. Shake vigorously until well combined and chilled.
4. Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass.
5. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and lemon peel.
6. Sip and enjoy your festive gin Christmas cocktail!

This recipe makes one cocktail, but you can easily double or triple the ingredients to make a batch for all your holiday guests. You can also adjust the sweetness and spice level of the cocktail by adding more or less gingerbread syrup.

So why settle for a boring eggnog or mulled wine this Christmas when you can impress your guests with this delicious and unique gin Christmas recipe. Cheers to a merry and bright holiday season!