Mulled Gin Cocktail
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
15
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Calories
122 kcal
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Course
Drinks
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Cuisine
American, International, British
Mulled Gin Cocktail
Description
This cocktail features a mulled spice syrup prepared by boiling water, caster sugar, satsuma quarters, and a blend of whole and ground spices including cloves, cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, nutmeg, and ground ginger. After simmering and straining, the syrup is cooled and stored. For serving, the cocktail includes gin, the mulled syrup, soda water or a fizzy lemonade option, and ice cubes, optionally replaced by frozen mulled wine cubes for extra flavor and color.
The flavor profile combines the botanical notes of gin with the spiced, citrusy sweetness of the syrup, balanced by the effervescence of soda water. This drink is adjustable by substituting vodka or other spirits if preferred, and the presentation can be enhanced with colorful ice cubes made from mulled wine or cranberry juice to mimic the mulled wine's hue.
The mulled syrup can be stored for up to two months in a sterilised jar, making it convenient for multiple servings over time. The recipe suggests sterilisation methods for jars and highlights the versatility of the syrup beyond this cocktail.
Ingredients
For the mulled spice syrup
- 2 ¼ cups water 500ml
- 2 cups caster sugar 400g
- 2 satsuma quartered, washed unpeeled; or tangerines or small oranges
- 4 clove whole
- 4 cardamom pods lightly crushed
- 1 cinnamon stick
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
For the cocktail (per cocktail)
- 1 ½ oz gin 45ml; or vodka
- 1 ½ oz mulled spice syrup 45ml
- soda water or fizzy lemonade/sprite if you like your cocktail sweeter
- ice or frozen mulled wine ice cubes (see note)
Instructions
- For the mulled simple syrup
- In a medium saucepan, bring all simple syrup ingredients to a boil and gently stir until the sugar dissolves, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Allow to cool for a few minutes.
- Place a fine mesh sieve over a bowl, then pour the simple syrup through the sieve to strain out the ingredients.
- Pour the syrup into a sterilised jar (see note) allow to cool and store in a cupboard for up to two months.
- To serve:
- In a tall glass, add ice cubes (or mulled wine ice cubes), gin, mulled spice syrup and top up with soda water.
Note:
- If you have any leftover mulled wine, freeze it in cubes for this cocktail. Alternatively, you can get the same colour-effect by freezing cranberry juice.
Note:
- sterilise the jar for the simple syrup by running it through the dishwasher and using hot, or wash well then heat in the oven for a few minutes and allow to cool before removing.
Note:
- If you prefer vodka, then use that instead of gin!
Notes
- Freeze leftover mulled wine in ice cube trays to use as ice cubes for this cocktail, adding color and flavor.
- To sterilise jars for syrup storage, run through a hot dishwasher cycle or wash and heat in the oven before cooling.
- This syrup works well with other spirits such as vodka, spiced rum, or brandy as alternatives to gin.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 122 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 122kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Potassium | 25mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 80IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 3.2mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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