Q : Can I make this strawberry gin cocktail without tonic water?

A : Yes! You can substitute soda water for a lighter, less bitter drink, or use sparkling lemonade for a sweeter twist. Both options keep the cocktail refreshing and bubbly.

Q : What’s the best jam to use for a gin and jam cocktail?

A : A good-quality store bought strawberry jam like Bonne Maman or St. Dalfour made with real fruit and minimal added sugar works best.

Q : Can this cocktail be made alcohol-free?

A : Absolutely. Replace the gin with a non-alcoholic gin alternative or simply use extra tonic water or soda water. You’ll still get a delicious, fruity mocktail with plenty of flavor.

Q : How sweet is this strawberry gin cocktail?

A : It’s lightly sweet, balanced by the tartness of lemon juice and the bitterness of tonic water. You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less jam or sugar syrup to taste.

Refreshing Strawberry Gin Cocktail (Gin and Jam Cocktail)

Description

This Strawberry Gin Cocktail is as simple as it is refreshing—a quick mix of strawberry jam, gin, fresh lemon juice, and tonic water that delivers bright, fruity flavor in every sip. Light, balanced, and effortlessly elegant, it’s the perfect gin cocktail for sunny afternoons or special occasions like Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day.

Ingredients

60 ml (2 oz) gin

30 ml (1 oz) freshly squeezed lemon juice

2 tbsp strawberry jam

2 tsp sugar syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)

Ice cubes

120 - 180 ml (4 - 6 oz) Tonic water, to top

Garnish:

Fresh strawberries

Fresh thyme or mint sprigs

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Instructions

Shake the cocktail
Add the gin, lemon juice, strawberry jam, and sugar syrup (if using) into a jam jar with a few ice cubes. Seal tightly and shake well for 20–30 seconds until chilled and combined.

Strain and pour
Fill two clean 13oz jam jars or tall glasses with fresh ice. Strain the cocktail mixture and divide between the two jars or glasses.

Top and garnish
Top with tonic water to taste. Stir and garnish with fresh strawberries and a sprig of thyme or mint.

Notes

How to Make a Pitcher

For a 2–2.5 L pitcher (about 8–10 cups, serves 6), shake 1 ½ cups gin, ¾ cup lemon juice, 6 tablespoons strawberry jam, and 2–3 tablespoons sugar syrup (optional) with ice until chilled. Strain into a pitcher and refrigerate. When ready to serve, add ice and about 3 cups tonic water, stir gently, and garnish with strawberries and thyme or mint.

Make Ahead Instructions for Easy Entertaining:
Prepare the base up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate. Add ice, tonic, and garnishes before serving.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Drinks
Method: Shaken
Cuisine: British

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 145
Sugar: 15.5 g
Sodium: 14.3 mg
Fat: 0.1 g
Carbohydrates: 20.3 g
Protein: 0.1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg