The Hot and Cold

Because of its bright citrus notes, New Amsterdam Gin easily makes the transition from G&T to toddy. Built on a base of fresh mint tea, this hot toddy is sweetened with ruby-hued cranberry syrup.

Ingredients

serves makes 1 cocktail, active time 5 minutes, total time 5 minutes

• 25 fresh mint leaves
• 3/4 cup boiling water
• 2 ounces gin, such as New Amsterdam
• 1/2 ounce lemon juice from 1 lemon
• 1 ounce homemade cranberry syrup
• Lemon slice for garnish

Procedures

1. In a mug or a small heatproof bowl, pour the boiling water over the mint leaves and let steep for 5 minutes.
   
2. While the mint is steeping, combine the gin, cranberry syrup, and lemon juice in a mug. Strain mint tea into mug and stir to combine. Discard mint leaves. Garnish the drink with sliced lemon and serve.