Cranberry Gin Fizz Recipe: How to Craft a Gin Fizz Cocktail

For the syrup:

• 1 cup cranberries
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup water

For the cocktail:

• 2 ounces gin
• 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
• ¾ ounce cranberry syrup
• Club soda
• Fresh rosemary, for garnish (optional)

Notes: The total time does not include 15 minutes of inactive time. The cranberry simple syrup recipe makes enough for 8–10 servings.

Make the cranberry syrup:

1. 1

   In a small saucepan over medium heat, stir together the cranberries, granulated sugar, and water.

2. 2

   Bring the mixture to a simmer and continue cooking until the sugar dissolves and the cranberries soften, about 10 minutes. Using a wooden spoon, gently mash the cranberries.

3. 3

   Remove the pan from the heat and let the cranberry mixture cool at room temperature for 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve and discard the solids. Let the cranberry syrup cool to room temperature before storing it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Make the cocktail:

1. 1

   In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, fresh lemon juice, and cranberry simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.

2. 2

   Place a lid on the shaker and shake it vigorously for 1 minute.

3. 3

   Strain the cocktail into a chilled Highball glass.

4. 4

   Add ice cubes to the glass and top the drink off with club soda. Garnish the drink with a rosemary sprig and serve cold.

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