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5 Recipe Ideas for Sipping on Gin and Juice

There’s something that just works about gin and juice. Maybe it’s the way botanicals play nice with natural fruit flavours, or maybe it’s the fact you barely need a shaker to feel like you know what you’re doing. Either way, it’s a summer staple for a reason.

So, whether you’re eyeing up your drinks trolley ahead of a barbecue, sorting out what to gift the friend who has everything, or just treating yourself to something a bit more exciting than a G&T, you’re in good hands.

At Three Wrens, our craft gins are made in the heart of Cheshire—and they’re pretty much built for these kinds of cocktails. Bold flavours, balanced notes, and the kind of combinations that taste like you put loads of thought in, even if you didn’t.

Strawberry Basil Smash

If there’s a drink that actually tastes like a weekend treat, it’s this one. That slightly sweet, ripe-strawberry hit paired with the herby lift of basil feels fancy without being fiddly—basically, it’s your shortcut to showing off.

You’ll need:

How to make it:

  1. Muddle the strawberries and basil in a shaker until they’re well smashed but not totally blitzed.
  2. Pour in the gin, lemon juice, and syrup.
  3. Fill with ice, shake for around 15 seconds, and double-strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
  4. Slap a basil leaf between your hands (yep, really) and use it as a garnish.

Pro Tip: Want to lighten things up? Top it off with a little soda water and serve it long.

Craving that fruity hit already? You can find the full recipe here or just grab a bottle of our incredible new Wild Strawberry & Basil gin and get going.

Bison Breeze

Fresh doesn’t even begin to cover it. The Bison Breeze is that kind of cocktail that feels clean, crisp, and quietly impressive, thanks in large part to elderflower’s gentle sweetness playing off those grassy, herbal Bison Grass notes. It’s the one you pull out when you want something that looks grown-up but still tastes like a treat.

You’ll need:

How to make it:

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice to the top.
  2. Add the gin, lime juice, and elderflower cordial directly into the glass.
  3. Stir gently to combine without losing the fizz.
  4. Top with your chosen mixer—tonic for bite, soda for something a bit softer.

Garnish tip: A thin slice of cucumber or a sprig of mint brings a little extra lift and looks pretty smart too.

Feeling the breeze already? Here’s the full Bison Breeze recipe if you fancy keeping it bookmarked.

Peach & Passion Gin Punch

If you’re hosting and want zero fuss with maximum ‘ooh, what’s in that?’ energy—this is your answer. Tropical, peachy and just the right level of indulgent, this gin punch turns a simple jug into the centrepiece.

You’ll need (serves 6):

  • 250ml Three Wrens Passion Fruit Gin
  • 150ml peach liqueur (like Archers)
  • 300ml white peach juice (or regular peach juice)
  • 150ml passion fruit juice
  • 100ml fresh orange juice
  • 1 lime, sliced into wheels
  • 1 orange, sliced into half moons
  • 1 fresh passion fruit, halved
  • A handful of mint leaves
  • Ice (enough to fill the jug)
  • Optional: soda water or lemonade to top up

How to make it:

  1. Grab a large jug or pitcher—go for something roomy.
  2. Start with the gin and peach liqueur.
  3. Pour in all the juices and stir gently.
  4. Add the fruit slices, passion fruit halves, and mint.
  5. Fill to the brim with ice.
  6. If you want to keep it light, top with a splash of soda or lemonade.
  7. Serve into tumblers or stemless glasses, ice and all.

Looking for the finer details? The full recipe’s right here.

Pineapple & Pepper Punch

This one’s bold—but in a way that’s more smooth-talking than shouty. You get juicy pineapple front and centre, then just as it all feels a bit too sweet, that peppery edge from the gin comes in and pulls everything back into balance. Honestly, it’s a bit addictive.

You’ll need:

  • 50ml Three Wrens Pepper Street Gin
  • 75ml fresh pineapple juice
  • 10ml fresh lime juice
  • 10ml sugar syrup (equal parts sugar and water)
  • Ice cubes
  • Pineapple wedge or leaves (to garnish)
  • Cracked black pepper (optional, for garnish)

How to make it:

  1. Start with a shaker and a good handful of ice.
  2. Add the gin, pineapple juice, lime juice, and sugar syrup.
  3. Shake hard—about 15 seconds should do it.
  4. Fill a tumbler or highball glass with fresh ice.
  5. Strain your cocktail into the glass.
  6. Garnish with a wedge of pineapple or a couple of leaves.

Optional but excellent: a light dusting of cracked black pepper on top for a bit of flair and extra aroma.

Want the original to keep on hand? The full Pineapple & Pepper Punch recipe is just a click away.

Key Lime Coconut Cooler

Here’s your shortcut to sipping something that tastes like it should be served poolside, even if you’re just standing in your kitchen. Creamy coconut, zingy lime, and that unmistakable pie-inspired twist from the gin—it all just works.

You’ll need:

How to make it:

  1. Fill your cocktail shaker with a good handful of ice.
  2. Add the gin, coconut water, lime juice, and sugar syrup.
  3. Shake it hard—about 15 seconds should do the trick.
  4. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
  5. Strain the drink into the glass.
  6. Garnish with a wedge of lime or a fresh mint sprig for a little lift.

It’s refreshing, just creamy enough, and surprisingly easy to put together. Perfect for those warmer days—or the ones where you’re pretending it’s warmer.

Want to bookmark the original? You’ll find the full Key Lime Coconut Cooler recipe here.

Ready to Pour?

So that’s five ways to make sipping on gin and juice feel like something a bit more special. Whether it’s the herbaceous hit of a Strawberry Basil Smash or that holiday-in-a-glass vibe from the Key Lime Coconut Cooler, these craft gin cocktails show just how far a well-chosen bottle can take you.

Every pour brings out something different—from fruity top notes to peppery warmth—and it all starts with the right gin.

Ready to mix your own? Discover our full range of award-winning flavours here and find the perfect match for your next glass.

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