Beware of leaving it too long and over-infusing the mixture, though - in the same way that a cup of tea with the teabag left in too long can taste horrible, so too can flavoured gin! Alternatively, you can pair with a squeeze of lime and your favourite tonic for a refreshing sparkling option. Or why not mix into a martini for a contemporary twist on a classic? What tonic goes with passionfruit gin? This is a question that many people may be wondering about, and the answer is not always so straightforward. When you think of tropical flavors, what comes to mind? Pineapple, mango, papaya, and passionfruit are all likely candidates. These flavors are the perfect match for a refreshing gin and tonic, especially during the hot summer months.

It’s post Christmas, and I am in the mood for a party – because it’s nearly New Years eve! For this years New Years eve bake I have gone down the line of one of my favourite drinks in the world (because I am extremely basic) – a passionfruit martini in cupcake form… so here are my passionfruit martini cupcakes! So taste the gin at intervals, and once you’re happy with the flavour, filter out all the botanicals using a sieve. If there’s some sediment left in the liquid, use some muslin or a coffee filter to strain it again.

That’s not completely untrue - there is a type of gin called “compound gin” that you can make in your kitchen with a bottle of vodka and whatever botanicals you feel like adding. But for an even easier “cheat’s” take on flavoured gin, try one of our ‘ginfusions’ below.

If you want to impress your guests and ensure it looks as good as it tastes, we enjoy garnishing with extra passionfruit seeds (for that added bit of crunch), but you can of course strain it if you’d like it completely smooth. Another mixer that goes well with gin liqueur is lemonade. Lemonade has a tart and tangy flavor that pairs well with the botanical flavors of gin liqueur. Additionally, lemonade is a refreshing drink that can help you cool down on a hot day. Mango and Passion Fruit, two delightful flavours that come together in perfect harmony to transport you to the sunny isle of Saint Lucia. A classic combination that’s simple yet effective. Whether the sun is shining where you are or not, let these tropical heroes embrace your taste buds like a balmy Caribbean breeze.Passion fruit gin liqueur is a delicious drink that can be enjoyed on its own or mixed with other beverages. Here is how to serve it: There’s no rule to how much of your chosen botanical to use , although approximately a third fruit to gin is probably about right for most infusions ( roughly 300g produce for 1 litre of gin).

Herbs & plants: rosemary, thyme, lavender, mint, elderflowerRemember, the more you use the stronger the flavour. Use around 200-400g of fruit per litre of spirit. This pale lemon beverage is presented in a stylish and angular bottle with an attractive music-themed label reflecting the ingredients as well as the tuneful distiller. The gin is made for Tesco by Two Tykes Distillery in the UK. The Melodist Mango and Passion Fruit Gin is a melange of traditional London Dry Gin with hints of exotic mango and passion fruit. Enjoy long or short If you are planning a special evening, then consider The Melodist Mango and Passion Fruit Gin as a pre-dinner aperitif or as a late evening sip. It’s different – and rather smart.

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Christmas is just a memory, and the New Year celebrations are already over, but the next event isn’t far away. Valentine’s Day is around the corner and Tesco has the perfect spirit for a romantic evening. Tesco Finest offers Mango and Passionfruit Gin from The Melodist.

The bottling technique: Add your spirit to a Kilner jar or another sealable container. Make sure your kit is clean and sterile to avoid the spirit going bad. Then add your infusing ingredient and leave it to leach into the spirit. Here's a rough time guide:Leave strong chilli, vanilla, cardamom or citrus for less than a day.Hardy spices and strong-flavoured veg will need five to seven days.Berries and strong fruit can take around three to four weeks to impart as much flavour as possible.Milder ingredients like apple or florals will take up to a month. One mixer that goes well with gin liqueur is tonic water. Tonic water has a light, refreshing taste that pairs well with the botanical flavors of gin liqueur. If you want to add a bit of sweetness to your drink, you can also add a simple syrup to your tonic water. Shoppers will be cider themselves as Aldi introduces a new range of ready-to-drink cider cans, which combine its award-winning spirits with tropical fruit flavours – perfect for bank holiday sipping and just 99p a can!When you're happy with the flavour, sieve to remove any solids, then pass through a very fine piece of muslin or a coffee filter to get rid of any sediment. Just remember that strong flavours like citrus peel, chilli and fresh or dried herbs tend to be quite powerful in small amounts! You can obviously make these child friendly by removing the vodka – a fairly obvious suggestion – but honestly, just leave it out! It’s not needed if you want these cupcakes alcohol free. You do not need to replace the vodka with anything else either! So easy, and still just as delicious.