Gin and Strawberry – Refreshing, fizzy and full of flavor this gin and strawberry cocktail is perfect for summer season! This is a fruity twist on the classic gin tonic.
Gin cocktail lovers, this one is for you! Made with 4 simple ingredients, this gin and strawberry is a fantastic sipper for warmer weather months. You’ll also learn how to make a homemade strawberry simple syrup right from your own home (and garden!).
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This post is about how to make Gin and Strawberry Cocktail.
STRAWBERRY GIN TONIC
Get ready for your new favorite go-to summer cocktail! If you love sweet and tangy strawberry cocktails, you need to try out Gin and Strawberry! It is fruity, fresh and perfectly sweet for pool parties, boat days and backyard gatherings.
WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS RECIPE
Perfect for Summer. Strawberries in summer are always a good idea in every drink or meal! Why not to try out a sweet, fizzy and full of flavor strawberry gin tonic?!
Fresh and Flavorful. The freshness of this cocktail is insane! Perfect to sip on a hot summer day.
Easy to Use Up Your Strawberry Harvest. If you want more unique solutions to use up your strawberry harvest, try making this gin tonic with a homemade strawberry cocktail syrup!
INGREDIENTS NOTES
Here’s everything you need to make this Gin and Strawberry cocktail. See the recipe card down below for exact measurements.
HOW TO MAKE GIN AND STRAWBERRY
In a small saucepan, combine water, granulated sugar, and sliced strawberries. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved.
Allow the mixture to simmer for a few minutes so the strawberries infuse their flavor. Remove from heat and strain to remove the fruit pieces.
Fill a glass with ice. Add gin, strawberry simple syrup, and lime juice.
Top with tonic water. Stir gently to combine all the flavors.
Garnish with a strawberry or a lime wedge if desired.
TIPS FOR SUCCESS
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Allow the syrup to cool completely before using it in your cocktail. This not only preserves the fizz of your tonic but also enhances the overall balance of flavors.
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If you prefer a less sweet cocktail, reduce the amount of strawberry simple syrup slightly. Alternatively, add more lime juice for extra tartness.
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For parties, consider preparing a larger batch of the strawberry simple syrup ahead of time. You can mix a pre-batched cocktail (minus the tonic) and let guests top it off with tonic water as they serve themselves.
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Store any extra strawberry simple syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
RECIPE FAQ’S
Q. Can I make the syrup ahead?
A. Absolutely. Make the strawberry syrup in advance, let it cool, and store it in the fridge for up to a week.
Q. How can I control the sweetness?
A. Adjust the amount of strawberry syrup or add extra lime juice to suit your taste.
Q. Can I make a non-alcoholic version?
A. Yes, substitute gin with a non-alcoholic spirit or soda water mixed with a splash of bitters for complexity.

Gin and Strawberry
Gin and Strawberry - Refreshing, fizzy and full of flavor this gin and strawberry cocktail is perfect for summer season! This is a fruity twist on the classic gin tonic.
Equipment
- a glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 2 oz strawberry simple syrup
- 1 oz lime juice
- 4 oz tonic water
Strawberry Simple Syrup
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine water, granulated sugar, and sliced strawberries. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for a few minutes so the strawberries infuse their flavor. Remove from heat and strain to remove the fruit pieces.
- Fill a glass with ice. Add gin, strawberry simple syrup, and lime juice.
- Top with tonic water. Stir gently to combine all the flavors.
- Garnish with a strawberry or a lime wedge if desired.
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