Strawberry Gin Smash
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4.8
Strawberry Gin Smash
Description
The Strawberry Gin Smash is made by muddling strawberries and lime wedges with sugar, then mixing in gin and topping with club soda. The muddling releases juices and flavors from the strawberries and lime, creating a slightly sweet and tangy base. The gin offers botanical notes that complement the fruitiness, and the soda adds a bubbly lightness. Served on the rocks in individual glasses, this cocktail highlights fresh fruit flavors and a gentle fizz.
The mixture is prepared in glasses by muddling directly, then finished with ice and gin before topping with soda. It works well for casual gatherings or relaxing evenings, providing a fruity yet spirited drink option.
A pitcher version can be made by muddling larger quantities together, then adding gin and club soda to serve multiple guests. Garnishing with whole strawberries enhances presentation. This approach makes it convenient for serving groups.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lime cut into wedges
- 6 strawberries hulled
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar to taste
- 6 ounces gin
- ice
- 1/4 cup club soda or tonic water
Instructions
- Add the juice of two wedges of lime to two glasses along with a tbsp of sugar. Muddle the strawberries with the back of a spoon in the glasses until the sugar is mostly dissolved.
- Add ice, three ounces of gin to each glass, and fill the glass to the top with club soda.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Muddle the strawberries gently to release flavor without losing pulp.
- Adjust sugar to taste depending on the sweetness of your strawberries.
- Prepare ahead by muddling fruit and sugar, keeping covered in the fridge, then add gin and soda just before serving.
- Using fresh lime wedges ensures bright citrus notes. Lime juice concentrate can alter flavor balance.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2cocktails
Amount Per Serving
Calories 259 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 259kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.4g | 1% |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.02g | 0% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 75mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 13IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 26mg | 29% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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