April 7, 2022 / Gifting
Hot Cross Bun Spiced Gin
Hot Cross Bun Spiced Gin
Adore a hot cross bun? Then this drink is for you. Turn the essential hot cross buns into a spiced gin with this quick and easy recipe - the perfect way to spice up your Easter festivities!
Hot Cross Bun Spiced Gin

You'll need:
500mL London Dry gin
1 vanilla pod, halved lengthways
2 tbsp mixed dried fruit
1 cinnamon stick
½ tsp cloves
Edible gold or silver glitter (optional)
500mL bottle, sterilised*
How to:
Put the gin, vanilla, dried fruit, spices and, if using, glitter in the bottle, seal and shake well. Leave in a cool dark place for at least 1 week to infuse.
Serve freezer-cold, martini-style or add ice and top up with ginger beer for a longer drink.
Now you've made your gin why not try making this Hot Cross Bun Martini?

Hot Cross Bun Martini
Hot Cross Bun Martini
The delicious Hot Cross Bun Martini was created by Gin Lane in Sydney.
You'll need:
40mL Hot cross bun spiced gin
15mL hot cross bun and saffron spiced syrup
60mL pressed apple
Fresh lemon twist

How to:
Shake together wet ingredients and the lemon twist. Garnish with a lemon twist and star anise.

NB/ *For sterilising know-how, watch this sterilise jars video. Credit: delicious.

 

Looking for more Easter cocktails? Check out these 4 delicious and indulgent gin cocktails for a hopping good time this Easter weekend. Click here

By Gin Society

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