The Best Gin and Juice Recipe – The Mixer (2024)

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The Best Gin and Juice Recipe – The Mixer? ›

The classic Gin and Juice co*cktail recipe combines 2 oz London Dry Gin with 2.5 oz orange juice and 2.5 oz pink grapefruit juice.

You can't go wrong with a juniper-forward London dry gin, which works with nearly any juice you can source, from lemon and lime to orange and grapefruit. Softer gins can work great, too, but depending on their botanical makeup, they may pair better with sweeter OJ or more sour grapefruit.

Dre, the canned beverage is named, of course, for Snoop's beloved, Grammy-nominated 1994 classic song "Gin & Juice," and comes in four flavors: Citrus, Melon, Passionfruit, and Apricot. The canned co*cktails are premium gin-based co*cktails, crafted for an innovative experience with packaging designed by Ini Archibong.

Schweppes is a ubiquitous and affordable brand, and its tonic water works well in any drink or on its own. It's sweet, with just a little bitterness from the quinine, and has been used in countless gin and tonics all over the world. All in all, this is a straightforward, readily available option.

A bad gin will taste like pine and nothing else. But a good gin will have a beautiful balance of flavors. Juniper berries are the backbone of gin. Juniper should be the dominant flavor and it gives the drink its fresh, piney character, as well as some of its dryness.

When you think of Gin & Juice, you think of the Snoop Dogg classic. Snoop actually learned about the drink from his mom, whose favorite co*cktail was a mix of gin and pineapple juice -- always from a red Solo cup.

1. Tanqueray. Founded in the 1830s by Charles Tanqueray in the Bloomsbury district of London, Tanqueray has long been synonymous with the London Dry gin style. Despite the destruction of the original distillery during World War II, Tanqueray has maintained its reputation for crafting a gin of unparalleled quality.

Global gin market: leading brands based on sales volume 2022

In 2022, Ginebra San Miguel was by far the leading brand of gin worldwide, selling over 37 million 9 liter cases. Ranking second, Gordon's sold 7.7 million cases of the distilled alcoholic drink. Gin is often used for the favorite long drink 'gin and tonic.

Is gin stronger than vodka? ›

For a gin to be a gin, there must be at least 37.5% of pure alcohol in the total volume of liquid. Look for the ABV percentage on the next bottle you pick up. Sing Gin sits at a nicely-rounded 40%. Vodka's minimum alcohol content is the same – around 35% – but note the word 'minimum'!

Cranberry Gin co*cktail is made with gin, cranberry, orange, lime and tonic water. This is the perfect holiday co*cktail! A little over a month ago, I made and shared my Fall Margarita and it was such a hit! I knew I had to create a co*cktail for the holiday season.

Merchandising, retail, and promotions

In February 2024, Snoop and Dr. Dre created a line of drinks called Gin & Juice. The first four flavors were apricot, citrus, melon, and passionfruit. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits handled distribution.

It really depends on your palate and what you prefer. HOWEVER, a GOOD vodka is technically flavorless and will enhance any drink. Gin is plant based (juniper berry) and is typically paired with floral, citrus or botanical notes.

For fruity gins like Peach and Raspberry or lemon flavoured gin, try with light mixers such as lemonade or soda water. Or mix seasonal flavours like Rhubarb and Cranberry with spiced ginger ale and complementary cranberry juice.