A hauntingly delicious twist on the classic gimlet, this cocktail blends spiced gin with citrus and cranberry for a bold, blood-red drink perfect for autumn evenings or Halloween gatherings.
Ingredients
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50 ml Gin No.12 (Pumpkin, Nutmeg & Orange Peel)
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25 ml Fresh Lime Juice
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25 ml Cranberry Juice
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10 ml Fresh Orange Juice
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A Few Dashes of Bitters (optional)
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Ice Cubes
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Blackberries or Blood Orange Slice (to garnish)
Method
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Chill the glass: Fill your serving glass with ice and set aside to chill while you prepare the cocktail.
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Mix the drink: In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, lime juice, cranberry juice, orange juice, and bitters (if using).
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Shake: Add ice to the shaker and shake well until thoroughly chilled.
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Strain and serve: Discard the ice from the serving glass and strain the cocktail mixture into the chilled glass.
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Garnish: Add a few blackberries or a slice of blood orange for a spooky finishing touch.
Serving Suggestion
Serve in a coupe or martini glass for a dramatic presentation. Ideal for evening cocktails with a mysterious edge.
