Gin Fix in a tumbler with crushed ice, a lemon slice and berries

Cocktail

Gin Fix

How to make a Gin Fix - the refreshing sour classic of gin, lemon and sugar syrup, served over crushed ice with a berry garnish.

4 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
TumblerGlass
1Serving(s)

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The Gin Fix is a refreshing relative of the Gin Sour, served over plenty of crushed ice. Gin, lemon and sugar syrup make a wonderfully balanced drink between sour and sweet. Sipped through a straw, it is the perfect companion for hot summer days.

Instructions

  1. Add gin, lemon juice, sugar syrup and water to a glass.
  2. Fill with crushed ice.
  3. Stir vigorously with a bar spoon.
  4. Top up with a little more crushed ice.
  5. Garnish with a lemon slice and berries and serve with a straw.

Garnish: Lemon slice and berries

Pro tip: The Fix thrives on crushed ice - stir the drink directly in the glass so it is well chilled and lightly diluted.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a Fix and a Sour?

A Fix is served over crushed ice and stirred in the glass, while a Sour is classically shaken and strained.

Which gin works best?

A classic London Dry Gin with a juniper note harmonises perfectly with the lemon.

Can I jazz up the Fix with berries?

Yes, a few berries muddled in the glass turn the Gin Fix into a fruity Berry Fix.

Ingredients

  • Gin6 cl
  • Lemon juice3 cl
  • Sugar syrup2 cl
  • Water1 bar spoon
  • Crushed iceas needed