The Red Queen cocktail is a delightful blend of tart cranberry juice, smooth gin, and the floral sweetness of St. Germain Elderflower liqueur. This drink is perfect for any occasion where you want to add a touch of elegance and color to your gathering. The balance of flavors makes it a refreshing and sophisticated choice.
Red Queen Cocktail Recipe
Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
1
servingsPrep time
4
minutesCalories
185
kcal
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Ingredients
120 ml 4 fl oz Cranberry juice
80 ml 3 fl oz Gin
40 ml 1 1/3 fl oz St Germain Elderflower liqueur
10 ml 1/3 fl oz Lemon juice
Equipment
Cocktail shaker- Jigger
- Hawthorne strainer
- Martini or Coupe glass
- Bar spoon
Instructions
- Place your coupe or martini glass in the freezer to chill while you prepare the cocktail.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the cranberry juice, gin, St Germain Elderflower liqueur, and fresh lemon juice.
- Add ice cubes to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Retrieve the chilled glass from the freezer and strain the mixture into the glass using a Hawthorne strainer.
- Optionally, garnish with a twist of lemon peel or a few fresh cranberries to enhance the visual appeal.
Notes
- Adjust the lemon juice to your preference for a more or less tart drink. If you prefer a slightly sweeter cocktail, consider adding a splash of simple syrup.
