Strawberry Gin Smash
This strawberry smash is made with fresh strawberries, lemon juice, mint, honey and gin that is topped off with ginger beer, making it a great summer drink.
Servings 1 drink
Calories 371kcal
Ingredients
- 5 strawberries, leafy ends removed
- juice from half a lemon
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 4-5 mint leaves
- 2 oz gin
- 2 oz ginger beer
Instructions
- Place strawberries, lemon juice, honey and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker. Use a muddler to gently muddle the mint leaves, but don't muddle too much or you'll break up the leaves.
- Add gin and stir to combine.
- Fill one glass ⅔ of the way full with the strawberry mixture and ice. (You can also strain the mixture)
- Top with ginger beer. Add extra mint leaves and strawberries for garnish.
Notes
- If you don't have fresh strawberries, frozen strawberries will work fine.
- Do not over muddle the mint or you will turn the taste bitter.
- Do not overdo it with the mint. A little goes a long way. 10 leaves is enough for 2 drinks.
- Use honey instead of simple syrup. It may not be traditional but takes less work and adds additional flavor.
- Used crushed ice which will make the strawberry gin smash colder quicker.
Nutrition
Serving: 1drink | Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 145mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g