Gin Rocket from the One Bottle Cocktail
Elevate your cocktail game with the Gin Rocket from *The One Bottle Cocktail*! This vibrant and sophisticated drink combines the botanical brightness of dry gin, the tangy freshness of lemon juice, and the natural sweetness of honey syrup with a surprising twist—peppery fresh arugula. The magic happens when the arugula is gently muddled, infusing the drink with a bold herbal complexity that sets it apart. Ready in just five minutes, this no-fuss, one-serving cocktail is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a quiet evening at home. Served in a chic coupe or martini glass, this refreshing and slightly savory cocktail is best garnished with a sprig of arugula for an elegant finishing touch. Whether you're a mixology aficionado or a casual cocktail enthusiast, the Gin Rocket is sure to ignite your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Dry gin
- 0.75 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 oz Honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
- 1 cup Fresh arugula, loosely packed
- 1 cup Ice cubes
Instructions
In a cocktail shaker, combine the dry gin, fresh lemon juice, and honey syrup.
Add the fresh arugula leaves to the shaker.
Using a muddler, gently press the arugula to release its peppery flavor without pulverizing it.
Add ice cubes to the shaker and seal it tightly.
Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled.
Double strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe or martini glass to remove the arugula solids.
Optionally garnish with a small sprig of fresh arugula for visual appeal.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Gin Rocket!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 120 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
