Strawberry Infused Gin Recipes

STRAWBERRY GIN

Steps:

• Mix the gin with the strawberries and caster sugar in a large bowl and pour into a 1.5-litre sterilised Kilner jar.
• Store in the fridge and stir every two days for three weeks. Strain though coffee filters or muslin cloth to serve.

STRAWBERRY-INFUSED GIN

Steps:

• Remove the leaves and stem of each strawberry, then use a paring knife to cut out the core.
• Slice the strawberries. The slices can be thick and still work. 3-5 slices per strawberry will do.
• Place the strawberries in a quart-size Ball jar or other receptacle and cover with gin. (If you are considering adding juniper berries, see note.) Store in refrigerator for 5-7 days.
• After 5-7 days, drain gin into a second container and discard strawberries. You can get a little extra gin out of the strawberries by mashing them slightly with a wooden spoon, waiting a few minutes, then draining again.

STRAWBERRY-GIN COCKTAIL

Steps:

• Place the strawberry basil leaves, and sugar into a cocktail shaker, and mash well with a cocktail muddler. Add half of the ice to the cocktail shaker, and place the rest into a tall glass. Pour in the gin and lemon juice, cover, and shake until the outside of the shaker has frosted. Strain into the chilled glass over the ice, top with the club soda, and stir to serve.