Dragonfly
A crisp and effervescent highball that marries the botanical complexity of gin with the spicy sweetness of ginger ale. This simple yet elegant refresher serves as an excellent alternative to the Gin and Tonic, offering a zesty finish perfect for warm weather sipping.
What it tastes like
The aroma is dominated by juniper and fresh lime zest. On the palate, the sweetness of the ginger ale balances the sharp botanicals of the gin, creating a crisp and fizzy texture. The finish is short and clean with a lingering spicy ginger warmth.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Gin1.5 oz
- Ginger Ale4 oz
- Lime1 wedge
Preparation
- 1
Fill a highball glass almost to the top with fresh ice cubes.
- 2
Pour the gin over the ice.
- 3
Top with the ginger ale.
- 4
Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine the ingredients.
- 5
Garnish with a fresh lime wedge placed on the rim or dropped into the drink.
Substitutions
- GinVodka — This removal of botanicals makes the drink taste primarily of sweetened ginger and citrus.
- Ginger AleGinger Beer — This swap provides a much more intense spice and a cloudier, less sweet profile.
- LimeLemon — Using lemon provides a softer acidity that blends more seamlessly with the ginger notes.
- GinWhite Rum — This adds a light molasses sweetness and a tropical character to the highball.
Variations
Bitter Dragonfly
Add two dashes of Angostura bitters to introduce notes of clove and cinnamon.
Garden Dragonfly
Muddle three thin cucumber slices in the glass before adding ice to emphasize the gin's refreshing qualities.