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Festive Winter Gin & Tonic with Orange

A refreshing holiday twist on the classic gin and tonic, featuring bright orange, aromatic rosemary, and tart cranberries for a festive winter cocktail.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Cocktail, Drink
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 oz gin
  • 4-5 oz tonic water chilled
  • 0.5 fresh orange for juice and slices
  • 1-2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • Handful fresh cranberries
  • As needed ice cubes

Equipment

  • Highball glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Jigger or measuring tool

Method
 

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
  2. Pour in the gin.
  3. Squeeze juice from half an orange and add orange slices.
  4. Add a slapped rosemary sprig and cranberries.
  5. Top with chilled tonic water and gently stir.
  6. Garnish with additional orange slice, rosemary, and cranberries.

Notes

For a stronger citrus flavor, add a dash of orange bitters. Scale up for batches but add tonic just before serving to preserve bubbles.