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Gin Daisy
The refreshing and light Gin Daisy is often ordered during the summer months or in warm climates. Living in Miami and Puerto Rico makes the Gin Daisy my go to cocktail as an aperitif all year long. This drink’s special charm lies in its refreshing blend of gin, lemon juice, homemade grenadine, and a splash of sparkling soda water, providing a well-balanced taste. So, if you’re seeking a summer sip, a cocktail that marries classic appeal with modern charm, the Gin Daisy is your perfect choice!
Homemade Grenadine
A ripe pomegranate, heavy and bursting with juice, is ideal for this recipe. Using a very sharp knife, score the sides of the pomegranate and peel from top to bottom. Gently pull the fruit open into sections, and extract the seeds. Place the pomegranate seeds in a Ziploc bag, press out as much air as possible, seal the bag and roll over the seeds with a rolling pin. Cut a small hole in the bottom corner of the bag and strain the pomegranate juice into a glass. One ripe, juicy pomegranate yields approximately half a cup of juice.
1/2 cup pomegranate juice
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 x 2” pieces of lemon peels
In a saucepan, combine the pomegranate juice and sugar and bring to a slow boil. Add the lemon peels and simmer for 15 minutes. The homemade grenadine for your Gin Daisy should be cooled down before being used.
Ingredients Gin Daisy
2 oz gin
3/4 oz Cointreau
3/4 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 oz homemade grenadine
Splash of soda water
Garnish
Lemon slice
Mint sprig
Glass
Rock glass
Pour the gin, Cointreau, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and homemade grenadine into a cocktail shaker over ice cubes, and shake well. Fill the rock glass with ice cubes. Strain into the rock glass, add a splash of soda water and garnish it with the lemon slice and the mint sprig.
I’m sure you love this super refreshing drink. So, next time you are hosting a party, be sure to offer Gin Daisies and enjoy the delicious taste with your family and friends!
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