Irish Gin Cocktails & Recipes
Cocktail Inspiration
Discover the Best Irish Gin Cocktails Inspired by the Ring of Kerry
Explore premium gin cocktails made with The Ring of Kerry Gin, inspired by the locations and local character of Ireland’s Ring of Kerry. Each recipe blends classic influence with a modern edge, capturing the timeless character of Kerry in every glass. Whether you’re searching for cocktail inspiration, new ways to enjoy Irish gin, or signature serves that reflect a true sense of place, these creations bring the flavour and craftsmanship of Kerry into every glass.
Rossbeigh Ripple
The Rossbeigh Ripple takes inspiration from the classic Clover Club, a cocktail known for its balance of gin, citrus, and raspberry. This version brings that timeless style to Kerry, pairing Ring of Kerry Gin with vibrant raspberry syrup and a touch of Cointreau for a refined, fruit-forward serve. Smooth, fresh, and lightly frothy, it captures the colour and energy of Rossbeigh in every glass.
Ingredients:
- 30 ml Ring of Kerry Gin
- 30 ml Cointreau (orange liqueur)
- Squeeze of fresh lemon
- 30 ml raspberry syrup
- Egg white (optional)
- Raspberry, for garnish
Instructions:
- In a cocktail shaker, combine gin, Cointreau, fresh lemon juice, raspberry syrup, and egg white.
- Dry shake (without ice) vigorously to emulsify the ingredients.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled glass.
- Garnish with a fresh raspberry.
Bright, elegant, and unmistakably Kerry, the Rossbeigh Ripple reimagines a cocktail classic with a modern Irish touch.
Killarney
Negroni
Discover the Killarney Negroni, a refined Irish take on the classic gin cocktail. Made with Ring of Kerry Gin and Valentia Island Vermouth, it brings together the best of Kerry craftsmanship in one perfectly balanced serve.
Ingredients:
- 30 ml Ring of Kerry Gin
- 30 ml Valentia Island Vermouth
- 30 ml Campari
- Orange twist, for garnish
Instructions:
- Fill a mixing glass with ice.
- Add Ring of Kerry Gin, Valentia Island Vermouth, and Campari.
- Stir slowly to chill and combine.
- Strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with an orange twist.
Balanced, elegant, and made with the best of Kerry, the Killarney Negroni is a modern Irish twist on a timeless classic.
Beaufort Bramble
The Beaufort Bramble is a Kerry twist on the modern classic Bramble cocktail. Inspired by the wild blackberries found around Beaufort, this serve combines Ring of Kerry Gin with fresh lemon and a touch of sweetness for a perfectly balanced drink. It is simple, elegant, and full of natural character, a true reflection of Kerry in a glass.
Ingredients:
- 50 ml Ring of Kerry Gin
- 30 ml fresh lemon juice
- 15 ml simple syrup
- Crushed blackberries or 15 ml creme de mure (blackberry liqueur)
- Fresh blackberries for garnish
Instructions:
- If using crushed blackberries, muddle a handful at the bottom of a rocks glass.
- Fill the glass with crushed ice.
- In a cocktail shaker, add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Strain the cocktail over the crushed ice in the glass.
- If desired, drizzle the creme de mure over the top of the cocktail.
- Garnish with fresh blackberries.
Fresh, bright, and beautifully balanced, the Beaufort Bramble brings the taste of Kerry’s countryside to a classic gin cocktail.
glencar
Gimlet
The Glencar Gimlet is a crisp and elegant take on the classic gin gimlet. Inspired by the calm and clarity of Glencar, this cocktail combines Ring of Kerry Gin with fresh lime and simple syrup for a refreshing, perfectly balanced serve. Smooth and bright, it is an understated classic with a Kerry twist.
Ingredients:
- 50 ml Ring of Kerry Gin
- 30 ml fresh lime juice
- 15 ml simple syrup
- Egg white (optional)
- Lime wheel for garnish
Instructions:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add gin, lime juice, and simple syrup. If using egg white, add it to the shaker.
- Shake well to chill and combine the ingredients.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel.
Clean, sharp, and effortlessly balanced, the Glencar Gimlet is a modern Irish interpretation of a timeless gin cocktail.
