Rosemary Gin Lemonade Recipe (London Lemonade)
Rosemary Gin Lemonade (London Lemonade) is a refreshing cocktail to make this summer. It comes together in under 10 minutes of active working time. Make it using my easy recipe.
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About Rosemary Gin Lemonade
Gin Lemonade is your regular lemonade spiked with gin. Also known as London Lemonade, it is quick and easy to make and makes for a great summer cocktail.
I like to flavor this sweet and tart beverage with fresh rosemary, as the flavors complement each other well. You can try other flavorings, too.
This gin lemonade with rosemary is perfect for house parties or weekend barbecues on hot summer days.
My rosemary gin lemonade cocktail recipe yields enough rosemary syrup to make 3 to 4 glasses of drink, but you can easily double or triple the recipe and make it in a large pitcher if you are making it for a larger crowd.
Ingredients
For Rosemary Simple Syrup
To make the syrup, you will need three ingredients: granulated sugar, water, and fresh rosemary.
Rosemary adds a lemony pine-like flavor to the drink.
For The Cocktail
In addition to rosemary-infused syrup, you will need gin, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and club soda (soda water).
Many premium gins can be used to make delicious gin lemonades, but some of our favorites include Tanqueray, Tom Collins, Bombay Sapphire, and Beefeater.
If you want something unique, try using a small batch of artisanal, floral, or sparkling gin in your lemonade recipe for a truly unique drink.
You can make this drink with vodka, tequila, or bourbon if you don’t have gin.
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice to make the lemonade. If you are short on time, you can also use store-bought lemonade. You can replace lemon juice with lime juice for a tangier drink.
You can use sparkling water or tonic water instead of soda.
For The Garnish
Garnish the drink with lemon wheels and rosemary sprigs to make it look pretty.
How To Make Rosemary Gin Lemonade
Make The Rosemary Simple Syrup
Add ½ cup water, ½ cup granulated sugar, and ¼ cup minced fresh rosemary to a saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
Reduce the heat to low and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove the pan from the heat and steep the mixture for 45 minutes.
Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer into a measuring cup.
Note – You can make the rosemary-flavored syrup in advance and refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 15 days.
This syrup is enough to make 3-4 glasses of lemonade.
Make The Cocktail
Add 3-4 ice cubes to a tall serving glass.
Stir in 2 oz (60 ml) gin, 1 oz (30 ml) rosemary syrup, and 1 oz (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Top the glass with club soda and stir briefly. Garnish with a rosemary sprig and lemon wheel (or lemon twists, wedges, or slices). Serve immediately.
Note: Add more syrup if you like your drink to be sweeter and more lemon juice if you like it to be tangier.
Pro Tips By Neha
Although you can make this drink using ready-made lemonade, I highly suggest making it fresh using freshly squeezed lemon juice. It makes a huge difference in the taste.
You can use simple syrup instead of rosemary syrup to make the classic gin lemonade.
Chill the glasses for a few hours to keep your drink cooler for a longer time.
Frequently Asked Question
First, strip the rosemary leaves from the stem. Pile the leaves together and then, using a sharp knife, start mincing them back-and-forth. Keep mincing until the leaves are as fine as you desire.
Variations
Add fresh homemade fruit juices or store-bought packaged juice for a change in flavor. You can select from orange, watermelon, pomegranate, or cranberry juice.
You can add fruit purees, such as strawberry puree, mango puree, pineapple puree, etc, to this boozy lemonade.
Add some berries, such as blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries. Muddle them a bit to release their flavors.
Elderflower liqueur, rose water, or orange bitters also taste great in this gin lemonade recipe.
You can replace the rosemary with mint or basil leaves.
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Rosemary Gin Lemonade Recipe (London Lemonade)
Ingredients
For The Rosemary Syrup
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup minced fresh rosemary
For The Cocktail
- 2 ounce gin (60 ml)
- 1 ounce rosemary syrup (30 ml)
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice (30 ml)
- club soda (as needed)
To Garnish
- rosemary sprigs
- lemon wheels
Instructions
Make The Rosemary Simple Syrup
- Add water, sugar, and minced fresh rosemary to a saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove the pan from the heat and steep the mixture for 45 minutes.
- Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer into a measuring cup.
- Note – You can make the rosemary flavored syrup in advance and refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 15 days.
- This syrup is enough to make 3-4 glasses of lemonade.
Make The Cocktail
- Add 3-4 ice cubes to a tall serving glass.
- Stir in gin, rosemary syrup, and lemon juice.
- Top the glass with club soda, stir briefly. Garnish with a rosemary sprig and lemon wheel. Serve immediately.
- Note – Add more syrup if you like your drink sweeter and add more lemon juice if you like it tangier.