Orange-Cranberry Gin and Tonic

By sandiB2010

Orange juice and cranberries lend a bit of festive flair to the classic gin and tonic, making Orange-Cranberry Gin and Tonic the party perfect cocktail.

Ingredients

• 1 (2-inch) orange rind strip
• 1 tablespoon fresh cranberries*
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 3 tablespoons gin
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
• 1/4 cup tonic water

Preparation

Step 1

Muddle orange rind strip, fresh cranberries, and sugar in a cocktail shaker. Add ice cubes, gin, and fresh orange juice. Cover with lid, and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled (about 30 seconds). Pour into an 8-oz. glass; top with tonic water. Serve immediately.

*Frozen cranberries, thawed, may be substituted.