Kiwi Gin Cooler Cocktail

Summer is a time for a crisp and refreshing drink. One of my favorites is a mojito, or even a spicy cilantro jalapeno margarita. Lately, I have been on a Gin kick. I had some extra kiwi fruit on hand from a recent recipe I entered for a kiwifruit contest. It was for my grilled ahi tuna noodle bowls with kiwi pineapple salsa recipe. I love to pair a drink with my meal when possible, so I borrowed some of the mint, lime juice, and kiwifruit and came up with this lovely libation.

How familiar are you with kiwifruit? Like most of you, I was aware of the usual green fruit with the fuzzy skin. I did not know that kiwifruit, similar to apples and other fruits, came in other varieties. Zespri, a New Zealand kiwifruit company, is introducing a new variety called SunGold Kiwifruit. The SunGold kiwifruits have yellow fruit instead of green, and smooth skin that easily comes off with a spoon (just like you do with an avocado). SunGolds are also a Superfruit. One serving (2 kiwifruit) of SunGold provides three times more vitamin C than an orange and as much potassium as a medium banana. SunGold is a good source of antioxidant vitamin E. The light tropical taste of the SunGold made me think it would be perfect in a summer cocktail. Especially with some fresh mint from the garden!

For those of you who are abstaining from alcohol, this can be crafted with 7-up instead of the soda water, and omit the gin. Soda Water is also a source of Sodium. Make sure to check the labels and find the lowest sodium possible.

I have been into Gins this summer for many reasons. The botanicals used in the distilling of gin, give a lighter taste and aroma that quickly call to mind summer days and breezes.

Elderflower liqueur gives this cooler a bit of sophistication that takes this up to the next level. You could make a pitcher full to sit and sip on porch in the shade. Lacy gloves and hats optional! So break out your fancy hats, and lets whip up a batch!

Kiwi Gin Cooler Cocktail

Kiwi Gin Cooler Cocktail

Christopher Lower

Muddled Kiwi & Mint paired with Gin & Elderflower Liqueur make this a fine summer cocktail

5 from 1 vote

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 minute min

Total Time 6 minutes mins

Course Cocktail

Cuisine American

Servings 1 serving

Calories 260.8 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 oz Gin find one distilled with botanicals
• 3/4 oz Elderflower Liqueur
• 4 slices of Kiwi
• 4 Leaves Mint
• 1/2 oz Lime Juice fresh squeezed
• 1/2 oz Simple Syrup

Instructions

 

• In your cocktail shaker, add the mint, kiwi, lime juice, and simple syrup.
• Muddle the ingredients until the kiwi is pulped.
• Add the gin and liqueur to the shaker
• Fill with ice, cap the shaker and shake vigorously
• Pour through a strainer into a Collins glass filled with ice
• Top with Soda and swizzle the mix together
• Garnish with a slice of Kiwi (with the skin on)

Notes

Nutrition Facts

Kiwi Gin Cooler Cocktail

Amount Per Serving (4 g)

Calories 260.8 Calories from Fat 1

% Daily Value*

Fat 0.1g0%

Sodium 7.3mg0%

Carbohydrates 14g5%

Fiber 0.7g3%

Sugar 10.9g12%

Protein 1.7g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Serving: 4gCalories: 260.8kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1.7gFat: 0.1gSodium: 7.3mgFiber: 0.7gSugar: 10.9g

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The recipes below are more Kiwi inspired dishes. All have been created by the dieticians and Nutritionists who make up The Recipe Redux. While they are all healthy recipes, I can’t vouch that they are low sodium. Always check the ingredients list, and hack out the high sodium ingredients to make it work for the low sodium lifestyle!