Happy Wednesday! Here is a blood orange and gin cocktail to brighten up your hump day!
I met some friends the other day for happy hour at one of my favorite cocktail spots in town. They make these amazing drinks using freshly squeezed citrus. The restaurant is owned by Suzanne Goin so it’s no surprise that they have great recipes and food! My friend I went to culinary school with is also a chef there so it is always fun to go sit at the bar, have a great cocktail, and chat! They have an open kitchen so you can see what’s cooking!
Here is my citrus cocktail creation! If you can’t find blood oranges, freshly squeezed orange juice would work. I think grapefruit juice would also add great citrus flavor.
Enjoy your Wednesday with this bright and refreshing cocktail!
Blood Orange and Gin Cocktail
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed blood orange juice, about 2 blood oranges
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, about 1 lime
- 1/4 cup gin
- 2 tablespoons orange liqueur, such as Triple Sec
- 1/2 cup tonic water
- 1 lime for garnish
Instructions
- Stir first 5 ingredients together and pour over ice. Garnish with lime slices.
Serves 2
Can you get fresh blood oranges locally? Our season is over. :(
Hi! oh no! I found some blood oranges at our farmers market, but I think regular oranges or grapefruit would be great! :)
~ Emily
Brightens up just about any day!
You’re right ~ no need to wait until next hump day to try this cocktail!
This looks wonderful for a summer cocktail, thanks!
Thanks Theresa!! I love refreshing citrus cocktails in the summer!
Looks fantastic Emily! Let’s grab some cocktails together soon xx
Thanks Katie! Yes, let’s get together soon!!
Ah! I must have this now! (And it’s only 10am!) Thanks for sharing, Ems!
hahaha go ahead and do it!