As the calendar turns to 2025, it’s time to embrace new beginnings and celebrate with light, refreshing flavours that invigorate the senses. There’s no better way to toast the new year than with cocktails crafted from the best gin. At Brogans Way, one of Melbourne’s finest Australian gin distilleries, we’ve curated a list of five rejuvenating gin cocktails perfect for starting the year on a high note. Whether you’re hosting friends, enjoying a quiet evening, or exploring new gin experiences, these recipes are sure to delight you.
Cheers to New Beginnings
The start of a new year calls for cocktails that are as refreshing as they are inspiring. Crafted with Brogans Way’s premium gins, these drinks balance vibrant botanicals with crisp, fresh ingredients for the ultimate pick-me-up. Each cocktail highlights the artistry and versatility of our small-batch creations, helping you make 2025 your most flavourful year yet.
5 Refreshing Gin Cocktails for 2025
- Pashlova Spritz
The tropical notes of Brogans Way’s Pashlova Gin make it an ideal base for this bubbly cocktail.
Ingredients: 50mL Pashlova Gin, 75mL sparkling water, 50mL passionfruit juice, ice, and a sprig of mint.
Directions: Combine gin, sparkling water, and passionfruit juice over ice. Stir gently and garnish with fresh mint.
- Strawberries & Cream Fizz
Celebrate summer with the sweet, fruity flavours of our Strawberries & Cream Gin.
Ingredients: 50mL Strawberries & Cream Gin, 25mL fresh lemon juice, 15mL sugar syrup, soda water, and a strawberry for garnish.
Directions: Shake gin, lemon juice, and sugar syrup with ice. Strain into a glass, top with soda water, and garnish with a strawberry.
- Evening Light Cooler
This cocktail’s light and zesty profile pairs perfectly with Brogans Way’s Evening Light Gin.
Ingredients: 50mL Evening Light Gin, 25mL cucumber juice, 15mL elderflower syrup, soda water, and a cucumber ribbon.
Directions: Mix gin, cucumber juice, and elderflower syrup in a shaker with ice. Strain, add soda water, and garnish with a cucumber ribbon.
- Royal Blood Negroni Twist
For those who prefer bold flavours, this twist on a classic Negroni highlights our Royal Blood Gin.
Ingredients: 25mL Royal Blood Gin, 25mL Campari, 25mL sweet vermouth, and an orange twist.
Directions: Stir all ingredients with ice, strain into a rocks glass, and garnish with an orange twist.
- Hearts Afire Smash
Warm up cooler evenings with this spice-led cocktail featuring Hearts Afire Gin.
Ingredients: 50mL Hearts Afire Gin, 20mL lime juice, 15mL honey syrup, ice, and a sprig of rosemary.
Directions: Shake gin, lime juice, and honey syrup with ice. Strain and garnish with a rosemary sprig.
Start Your Year with Brogans Way
Kickstart 2025 with the perfect gin experiences at Brogans Way, where our passion for crafting the best gin shines in every bottle. Visit our distillery to sample these refreshing cocktails, join a guided tasting, or explore our premium range of gins. As one of Melbourne’s leading Australian gin distilleries, we’re here to help you make every celebration extraordinary.
Raise a glass to a bright and flavourful year ahead, and start your gin journey today at Brogans Way!
