Whether it’s flying solo, in a dynamic duo, or part of an ensemble of supporting characters, gin is the ultimate silly season superstar and is set to take centre stage this Christmas.
Here at Tempus Two, we’re all over gin’s re-emergence as THE spirit of choice. It’s the reason we decided to go beyond tradition and extend our longstanding passion for wine into producing our unique and exciting spin on gin.
Our Tempus Two Copper Gin collection is made from grape wine spirits and includes the world’s first Prosecco Gin, a punchy and flavourful Shiraz Gin, and a Botanical Gin that perfectly showcases a unique blend of Australian native ingredients.
So as the weather heats up and the festivities begin, we’ve taken the liberty of preparing this list of five must-try Christmas gin cocktail recipes that are sure to get your taste buds tingling this holiday season.
Red is the quintessential colour of Christmas. With just two main ingredients and a simple garnish, this delicious cocktail is a perfectly-themed Christmas tipple.
Our Tempus Two Copper Shiraz Gin is the star of the show here. It’s a premium, wine-based gin infused with wild botanicals and the unmistakable sweet and peppery notes of a full-bodied and juicy shiraz.
Pour the Shiraz Gin and Moscato into a decorative wine glass. Gently stir and garnish with a wedge of blood orange.
The French 75, named after the 75mm French field gun used during World War 1, was once touted as being able to knock you flat, much like its namesake. There have since been a few variations to the recipe over the years; it's no longer quite as potent as the heady days of war-time Paris. But the bubbly, citrusy combo, matched with the herby and complex flavours of our Tempus Two Wild Botanical Gin, is the perfect palate cleanser in between Christmas lunch rounds.
Combine the Wild Botanical Gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup in a cocktail shaker, add ice and shake vigorously for 20 seconds. Strain into your sexiest Champagne Flute, top up with Champagne, or our 2020 Tempus Two Varietal Blanc de Blancs Sparkling et voilà, French 75!
Slicker than your average cocktail, a Negroni has an intense depth of flavour that perfectly straddles bitter and sweet. It is a true Gin-ophile’s aperitif of choice.
This recipe uses our Tempus Two Wild Botanical Gin to create a delicious cross between a traditional Negroni and a fresh and fruity Sangria. Perfect for sharing with your guests before tucking into Christmas dinner.
Serves 6
We love the pure simplicity and broad appeal of this flavourful and festive fizzy number! It takes but minutes to make.
This recipe showcases the delicate flavours of our Tempus Two Copper Prosecco Gin beautifully. The gin is fresh and floral with subtle notes of juniper, citrus and rosebuds that come together to complement the sweet and juicy flavours of the pomegranate and the refreshing acidity of the Prosecco.
Serves 4
Don't let the extra step of making your own syrup put you off trying this delicious Christmas gin cocktail; it really couldn't be any easier. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a truly impressive beverage that will delight your guests. And the beautiful vibrant red hue accented by the rosemary garnish is a fantastic match for your Christmas colour scheme!
We suggest using our Tempus Two Copper Prosecco Gin. It’s delicate flavours of apple and citrus, combined with its herby notes, make it an excellent addition to this cocktail.
Strawberry Rosemary Syrup
Gimlet Cocktail
The French 75, named after the 75mm French field gun used during World War 1, was once touted as being able to knock you flat, much like its namesake. There have since been a few variations to the recipe over the years; it's no longer quite as potent as the heady days of war-time Paris. But the bubbly, citrusy combo, matched with the herby and complex flavours of our Tempus Two Wild Botanical Gin, is the perfect palate cleanser in between Christmas lunch rounds.
Combine the Wild Botanical Gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup in a cocktail shaker, add ice and shake vigorously for 20 seconds. Strain into your sexiest Champagne Flute, top up with Champagne, or our 2020 Tempus Two Varietal Blanc de Blancs Sparkling et voilà, French 75!
Slicker than your average cocktail, a Negroni has an intense depth of flavour that perfectly straddles bitter and sweet. It is a true Gin-ophile’s aperitif of choice.
This recipe uses our Tempus Two Wild Botanical Gin to create a delicious cross between a traditional Negroni and a fresh and fruity Sangria. Perfect for sharing with your guests before tucking into Christmas dinner.
Serves 6
We love the pure simplicity and broad appeal of this flavourful and festive fizzy number! It takes but minutes to make.
This recipe showcases the delicate flavours of our Tempus Two Copper Prosecco Gin beautifully. The gin is fresh and floral with subtle notes of juniper, citrus and rosebuds that come together to complement the sweet and juicy flavours of the pomegranate and the refreshing acidity of the Prosecco.
Serves 4
Don't let the extra step of making your own syrup put you off trying this delicious Christmas gin cocktail; it really couldn't be any easier. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a truly impressive beverage that will delight your guests. And the beautiful vibrant red hue accented by the rosemary garnish is a fantastic match for your Christmas colour scheme!
We suggest using our Tempus Two Copper Prosecco Gin. It’s delicate flavours of apple and citrus, combined with its herby notes, make it an excellent addition to this cocktail.
Strawberry Rosemary Syrup
Gimlet Cocktail
As much as we love the time-honoured tradition of gifting (and receiving) a beautiful bottle of wine for the holidays, why not shake things up this year? A delicious bottle from our unique Tempus Two Copper Series Gin, gifted with your mixer of choice, plus a sexy set of decorative glassware, is sure to make you the MVP of this year’s Secret Santa exchange.
Around the BBQ with friends or wrapped up under the Christmas tree, it’s ‘gin for the win’ this Christmas season!
Shop the range below.
A gin-enthusiast's delight, our Wild Botanical Gin is rich with juniper, carefully balanced with native Australian botanicals including desert lime, orange peel, salt bush and wattle seed.
Our Shiraz Gin has a distinctive shiraz flavour and colour, with broody red and black fruit aromas elevated with spicy juniper notes and hints of sweet berries and citrus.
Staying true to the mouthfeel of the wine, our Prosecco Gin is light, floral and distilled with an elegant blend of juniper, citrus and rose buds.
