Raspberry Gin Smash Cocktail Recipe

A fresh twist on classic gin cocktails, the Raspberry Gin Smash brings sweet berries and aromatic herbs together in one glass.

This simple recipe needs just five ingredients: gin, fresh raspberries, lime juice, simple syrup, and mint leaves.

The bright red color makes this drink perfect for summer parties, date nights, or any special occasion.

The natural sweetness of ripe raspberries balances the juniper notes in the gin, while mint adds a cool finish.

Home bartenders can make this recipe in under five minutes with basic bar tools.

The smashing technique releases the fruit’s natural juices and oils from the mint, creating deep flavors without fancy equipment or skills.

Raspberry Gin Smash Cocktail Recipe

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This fresh and vibrant cocktail mixes sweet raspberries with crisp gin and zesty lime for a perfect summer drink. The simple recipe takes just 5 minutes to prepare.

John

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Serving Size 1

Equipment

• Cocktail shaker
• Muddler
• Fine-mesh strainer
• Collins glass
• Ice
• Measuring jigger
• Bar spoon

Ingredients

• 2 oz gin
• 8-10 fresh raspberries
• 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• Club soda
• Ice cubes
• Fresh mint sprig for garnish
• Extra raspberries for garnish

Instructions

• Add raspberries and simple syrup to the shaker. Muddle until the raspberries release their juice.
• Pour in the gin and lime juice. Fill the shaker with ice.
• Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
• Fill a Collins glass with fresh ice cubes.
• Strain the mixture into the glass through a fine-mesh strainer.
• Top with club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon.
• Garnish with fresh mint and raspberries.

Notes

The drink works best with fresh raspberries, but frozen ones can work in a pinch. Just thaw them first.

Store simple syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

For a stronger raspberry flavor, add 1/4 oz raspberry liqueur.

Make it non-alcoholic by replacing gin with tonic water or lemon-lime soda.

Strain twice if you want to remove all raspberry seeds.

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Tasting Notes

A Raspberry Gin Smash combines sweet and tart flavors in a refreshing mix. Fresh raspberries add bright fruitiness while mint brings cool, garden-fresh notes.

The gin’s botanical elements shine through with hints of juniper and citrus. Mixed with fresh lime juice, it creates a balanced drink that’s not too sweet or sour.

This cocktail has a light pink color from the muddled raspberries. The aroma blends mint, berries, and gin’s herbal qualities.

Key Flavor Notes:

• Fresh raspberry: Sweet-tart fruit
• Mint: Cool and fresh
• Gin botanicals: Juniper and herbs
• Lime: Bright citrus
• Simple syrup: Clean sweetness

The texture is smooth with tiny bits of crushed raspberry and mint. Ice dilution makes it pleasantly cold and easy to drink.

Each sip starts with berry sweetness, moves to herbal gin notes, and ends with mint and lime. The flavors work together without any single element taking over.