MAKE IT THIS WEEKEND: EDITION #3
Edition #3 of our Make It This Weekend series! The days are getting warmer, the afternoons are getting longer, but there’s still enough chill in the air for something a little richer once the sun goes down. So, this one has a bit of both. Think zesty Gin Margaritas and fruity Bloody Bramble Spritzes, followed by Coffee Negronis and Espresso Martinis after dark. Four easy gin cocktail recipes, four very good reasons to get some mates together and put those cocktail-making skills to work. Because any weekend activity that ends with a delicious gin drink is a win in our books.
Ahhh, Spring! Jasmine on the air and a general feeling of happiness sets in as our collective seasonal depression lifts. Days getting longer, the afternoons getting warmer and suddenly making a cocktail feels like a very good idea. Not that we ever stopped, obviously.
Welcome to Edition #3 of Make It This Weekend, our ongoing collection of easy gin cocktail recipes worth adding to your repertoire. This time, we're embracing that glorious in-between bit of the year. The sun's hanging around a little more, but there's still enough chill in the evening to warrant something rich, dark and delicious once it goes down.
So, what should you make this weekend? We've picked four gin cocktails that can take you from a sunny afternoon well into the night. Start bright with an El Cuatro Gin Margarita, move onto a Bloody Bramble Spritz, then settle in with a Coffee Negroni or Espresso Martini made with our new Melbourne Laneway Gin.
Even better, we've made a cocktail bundle for every single one. Less time hunting down bottles, more time actually making the drinks. Very thoughtful of us, really.
Gin Margarita Recipe
Buy The Best Marg BundleSun's out? Margarita. Our Mexican-inspired El Cuatro Gin was pretty much born for this job. Habanero brings a gentle kick of heat while citrus keeps things bright, fresh and zippy. Shake it up with orange curaçao, fresh lime and agave and you've got our ginny spin on the classic Margarita. Or Margatini, as some like to call it.
INGREDIENTS
- 45mL El Cuatro Gin
- 30mL lime juice
- 15mL Marionette Curaçao Liqueur
- 15mL Crawley's Agave Syrup
- Salt​
- Lime
METHOD
- Combine ingredients in a tin.
- Shake with ice.
- Strain into a coupe glass.Â
- Garnish with a lime wedge
Bloody Bramble Spritz
Buy the Bloody Bramble Spritz BundleOur cult Bloody Shiraz Gin brings juicy Shiraz fruit and spice, while berry liqueur, vermouth and plenty of soda turn it into something bright, bubbly and very easy to drink.
It's a little richer than your usual gin spritz, but still refreshing enough for those increasingly warm afternoons.
INGREDIENTS
- 45mLÂ Bloody Shiraz Gin n
- 10mL Marionette Berry Liqueur
- 10mL Oscars Bianco Vermouth
- 10mL lemon juice
- 80mL soda water
- Raspberries (garnish)
METHOD
- Layer all ingredients in wine glass.
- Top with ice.Â
- Garnish with berries
Coffee Negroni
Buy The Complete Negroni BundleThe sun's disappeared and there's still a little bite in the air. Sounds like Negroni weather to us. Our Coffee Negroni swaps the classic gin for Melbourne Laneway Gin. The rich, roasted flavours work beautifully with the bittersweet notes of a Negroni, creating a deep, complex cocktail with plenty of coffee character.
INGREDIENTS
- 30mL Melbourne Laneway Gin
- 20mL sweet vermouth​ like Oscars 697
- 20mL Marionette Bitter Orange Liqueur
- 10mL Broken Bean Coffee Liqueur
METHOD
- Combine ingredients in a tin and stir
- Strain into a rocks glass
- Top with ice and garnish with a juicy slice of orange.
- Enjoy!
Espresso Martini
Buy The Espresso Martini BundleSome nights call for one last drink. Preferably one involving coffee.
Our Melbourne Laneway Gin Espresso Martini takes everyone's favourite after-dark cocktail and gives it a decidedly ginny twist. Rich coffee, smooth sweetness and the deep roasted character of Melbourne Laneway Gin come together in one silky, frothy glass.INGREDIENTS
- 40mL Melbourne Laneway Gin
- 20mL Broken Bean Coffee Liqueur
- 10mL Crawley's Vanilla Syrup
- 30mL espresso coffee
METHOD
- Combine Melbourne Laneway Gin and other ingredients in a tin and shake with ice.
- Strain into a coupe glass ​
- Garnish with a dusting of cocoa powder if you're feeling fancy
YOUR LIST: COCKTAIL ESSENTIALS
ESSENTIALS
- A cocktail bundle or two
- Tonic (we love Fever Tree)
- Soda water
- Citrus (limes, oranges, grapefruit, lemons)
- Sugar syrup
- Salt
- Raspberries
- Tajin
NOTES
Always remember the ice! Now go and get mixing your homemade gin cocktails. Don't blame us if you become the favourite hosting house of the friend group. Don't worry, another round of weekend cocktails will be coming soon!
THE WEEKEND GINS
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Rare Dry Gin
Regular price $78Regular priceUnit price per -
Bloody Shiraz Gin
Regular price $84Regular priceUnit price per -
Olive Leaf Gin
Regular price $84Regular priceUnit price per -
El Cuatro Gin
Regular price $82Regular priceUnit price per -
Fresh Yuzu Gin
Regular price $80Regular priceUnit price per -
Rare Dry Gin - Test
Regular price $78Regular priceUnit price per
More easy Gin Cocktails To Try
We love our gin. And we love sharing all the recipes our gins can be used for. So more recipes are right here! We've got everything from big batch punch style drinks for hosting to easy, delicious cocktails for at home indulgence. Or just stay tuned for the next edition of 'Make it This Weekend'. We'll choose for you!
