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    Home » Cocktails » Gin Cocktail Recipe with Sparkling Wine

    Published: Mar 5, 2023 · Updated: Mar 5, 2023 by Sharon Garofalow | This post may contain affiliate links. See the privacy policy linked in my footer.

    Gin Cocktail Recipe with Sparkling Wine

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    Make a simple gin cocktail with fresh cilantro, limeade, and sparkling wine.

    Make this easy gin cocktail recipe next time your want to sip something a little different with a little savory kick! It's a delicious party drink that pairs your favorite gin with sparkling wine.

    A cocktail glass with a drink, ice and cilantro on a white tray.
    Let's make a gin cocktail recipe with sparkling wine!

    *The sparkling wine in this gin cocktail recipe was provided by One Hope Wine.

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    • Sparkling Wine and Gin Cocktail

    Another Amazing Gin Cocktail Recipe

    Can gin and sparkling wine go together? Yes, they can!

    I saw this recipe and wanted to give it a try. But I thought it was missing something. And I knew exactly what it was.  

    Cilantro.

    Related: Refreshing Gin Cocktail with Basil and Lemon Recipe

    Not a typical cocktail ingredient but it totally works with this!  It goes great with lime and also with the gin since it typically also has some herbal notes to it.

    Ingredients

    Ingredients to make a refreshing gin cocktail topped with One Hope Wine sparkling wine!
    This is what you'll need to make a gin cocktail with sparkling wine.
    • Frozen limeade concentrate, thawed
    • Gin
    • Sparkling wine
    • Cilantro

    It's super easy to make!  You just need to remember to set out the frozen limeade a little ahead of time to thaw.

    I didn't really worry about thawing it out too much but I could see how you would be able to mix it up a little better for more balanced flavors if it was all liquid.

    I have frozen limeade in my freezer at all times.  Not only can you use it to marinade chicken breasts but it is also the main ingredient in the world's best margaritas.  

    The stuff lasts for a really long time (so you know it is all processed and chemically and delicious). 

    Mmmmmm. I love cilantro. I know it isn't for everyone.  If you are a cilantro hater, you could probably try it with basil. I know a basil gimlet is one of the best drinks ever so topping it with some sparkling wine isn't going to hurt anything.

    How to make a gin cocktail with sparkling wine

    1. Muddle the Cilantro

    A cocktail glass on a white table with a wooden muddler and  cilantro sprigs next to it.

    Rinse the cilantro and tear off a handful of cilantro leaves. Put them in your glass, top them with the limeade, and muddle.

    A cocktail glass full of ice with lime juice and cilantro on a white table next to a bottle of sparkling wine.

    2. Add ice

    Add ice to your glass...

    Topping a gin cocktail with sparkling wine and cilantro on a white tray.

    3. Add the gin and sparkling wine

    If you aren't sure if you love gin, you can use a little bit less and taste it and adjust as needed.

    An overhead view of ice and cilantro in a cocktail in a glass on a white table next to a bottle of sparkling wine.

    4. Stir

    Grab a spoon and give it a quick spin in the glass.

    A refreshing gin cocktail in a short glass on a leopard print napkin on a green tray.

    When I started out making the cocktails for my Wine Cocktails series I thought I would just be following recipes. I didn't have confidence in trying to make up my own as I didn't really know how the wine would work with the liquor.  

    I shouldn't have worried about this gin cocktail recipe. It's delicious!

    I'm learning to really enjoy gin. It isn't usually my first choice of liquors but I always love them when I order a cocktail made with gin at a bar.  

    A huge thank you to all the brands, like One Hope Wine, that sent products this week so I could produce this series so I didn't break the bank buying alcohol! Be sure to check out all the other wine-based cocktails.

    More easy gin cocktail recipes

    • Gin Sorbet Float
    • Basil and Gin Cocktail with Lemon
    • 23 Easy Gin Cocktails to Make at Home
    • Refreshing Gin and Tea Cocktail Recipe
    • Refreshing Aperol Gin and Tonic Recipe
    • Easy Non Alcoholic Gin and Tonic Recipe
    • Blood Orange Cocktail with Gin and Sorbet Recipe
    Refreshing gin cocktail recipe with limeade, cilantro, and sparkling wine.

    Sparkling Wine and Gin Cocktail

    Love it or hate it, cilantro is a simple way to add tons of flavor, even to cocktails. It's a great pairing for the herbal notes of the gin. 
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    Course: cocktails
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 232kcal
    Author: Sharon Garofalow

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup frozen limeade concentrate thawed
    • ½ cup gin
    • 1 ⅓ cup sparkling wine
    • A few sprigs of cilantro

    Instructions

    • In a glass add cilantro leaves and limeade.
    • Muddle the cilantro.
    • Add ice.
    • Top with gin and then add sparkling wine.
    • Use a spoon to give it a gentle stir.

    Notes

    Remember to set out the frozen limeade a little ahead of time to thaw.
    If you don’t like cilantro you can substitute basil.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2Servings | Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 0.1g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 143mg | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
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    About Sharon Garofalow

    Sharon lives in Southern California with her adorable family. She loves to share ideas to make mom life easier and encourage busy gals to make time for themselves too! Sharon's "me" time often includes watching Hallmark Channel movies, sipping sauvignon blanc, trying not to eat Salt and Pepper potato chips, and planning girlfriend getaways.

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    1. Raquel says

      August 10, 2014 at 7:58 pm

      Yum - wine cocktails! Yes please!

      Reply
      • Sharon Garofalow says

        August 11, 2014 at 8:54 am

        Raquel, these were all pretty delicious! And a fun little project to work on. ;)

        Reply
    2. Jen says

      August 08, 2014 at 10:19 am

      Love me some cocktail recipes! Great post!

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      • Sharon Garofalow says

        August 08, 2014 at 2:21 pm

        Thanks Jen! Cocktail posts are super fun to do! ;)

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