Prepare the spruce sprig ice blocks:

Fill an ice cube tray with water and add a small spruce sprig to each compartment. Place in freezer until frozen.

Prepare the pinecone for a smoky effect:

If you would like to add a spectacular effect to your cocktail, place a small pinecone in the freezer for a few hours before preparing your cocktail.

1. Pour 60 mL (2 oz.) of HP Juniper gin or alcohol-free gin into an old-fashioned (lowball) glass for a mocktail version.
2. Add 60 mL (2 oz.) of tonic for a bitter touch.
3. Then add 60 mL (2 oz.) of club soda to give it some sparkle.
4. Squeeze the juice from a fresh lemon quarter into the glass.
5. Carefully pour ¼ of a can of chilled spruce beer into the glass, avoiding any frothing.

Cocktail garnishes:

1. Place a spruce sprig ice cube into the glass. It will add a visual and aromatic touch to your cocktail.
2. For the smoke effect, remove the pinecone from the freezer and add a few drops of hot water inside it. Quickly place on it the rim the glass to create an awesome smoke effect.
3. Stir the cocktail with the clear stick while the magic unfolds.
4. Garnish the glass with a slice of lime for a fresh twist.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy this unique treat for the senses.

This recipe revisits traditional gin and tonic with a holiday twist thanks to the spruce, smoke and magic. Don’t forget to drink in moderation and make the most of the holiday celebrations!

Presentation of the recipe

The holidays are a special time that warms the spirits, a time for laughter and creating long-lasting memories. To add a touch of magic to your celebrations, we present the “Le Ginette” cocktail, a bold reinvention of the classic gin and tonic, specially designed for the occasion.

The “Le Ginette” cocktail is more than just a drink. It’s a sensory experience that will amaze your guests. With a base of premium gin, or for those who prefer an alcohol-free option, HP Juniper alcohol-free gin, this cocktail subtly balances the bitterness of tonic, the effervescence of soda, the acidity of lemon and the woody aroma of spruce.

And that’s not all! What makes the “Le Ginette” cocktail truly special are the elements of surprise and spectacle that we have added. A ice cube with a sprig of spruce frozen inside infuses the cocktail gradually, while a little pinecone placed on the glass creates a mysterious cloud of smoke. A clear stirrer is there to keep things swirling while the magic unfolds, and a slice of lime adds the final touch of freshness.

The “Le Ginette” cocktail is more than just a cocktail. It is a sensory experience that will amaze your guests and give them a taste of the holiday season spirit. So get ready to surprise and delight your friends and family with this unforgettable cocktail, because the holidays aren’t just a season, they’re a time for cherishing special moments. Cheers!