The Irish Gin Jig: Refreshing Green Gin Cocktail
Sep 02, 2025
If you want a bright, fruit forward gin drink with real personality, the Irish Gin Jig is your answer. It is fresh. It is zesty. It gets its gorgeous green hue straight from muddled kiwi berries. No fake coloring. No fuss. Just smart flavor built on good gin and our Cajun Grenadine.
Why This Is the Perfect Gin Kiwi Cocktail
Kiwi brings sweet tropical flavor. Lime keeps everything sharp. Cajun Grenadine adds a whisper of spice that cuts through the fruit and gives the drink shape. The result is balanced, refreshing and lively without leaning sugary. It is a green gin cocktail that stands out for all the right reasons.
How to Make The Irish Gin Jig
Makes one cocktail
Ingredients
- 2 oz Irish Gin (we love Gunpowder Gin)
- 0.1 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz El Guapo™ Cajun Grenadine
- Kiwi berries for muddling and garnish
Instructions:
- Quarter two kiwi berries and muddle them in a shaker.
- Add gin, lime juice and Cajun Grenadine.
- Add ice and shake until cold.
- Double strain into a lowball glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with halved kiwi berries.
The Spice Twist: Cajun Grenadine in a Gin Kiwi Cocktail
Cajun Grenadine is the quiet hero here. It brings soft heat from cayenne and smoked paprika. That spice keeps the kiwi bright and prevents the drink from feeling flat. It creates a tropical botanical cocktail that tastes far more complex than its simple build suggests. No artificial anything. Made in New Orleans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good gin for a kiwi cocktail?
A clean London dry or an Irish gin like Gunpowder works beautifully. You want botanicals that support the fruit without competing.
What does a kiwi cocktail taste like?
It tastes bright, fresh and lightly tropical with a mix of sweet and tart notes.
How do I make a cocktail green?
Muddled kiwi berries give natural color. You can also use cucumber or green grapes for a similar effect.
