The Ginger Gentleman
A bold and zesty twist on the classic Whiskey Sour, replacing pineapple juice with the fiery kick of ginger ale.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz (60ml) Whiskey (Bourbon or Rye)
- ¾ oz (22ml) Fresh Lemon Juice
- 2 oz (120ml) of Sober Monkey Indian Ginger Ale
- Ice Cubes
- Lemon Wheel or Candied Ginger (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Shake it Up – In a cocktail shaker, combine whiskey, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white (if using). Dry shake (without ice) for about 10 seconds to create a smooth froth.
2. Cool it Down – Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for another 15 seconds.
3. Strain & Pour – Strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
4. Fizz it Up – Gently top with Indian ginger ale and stir lightly to mix.
5. Garnish & Serve – Garnish with a lemon wheel or a piece of candied ginger for extra spice.
Whiskonic
A crisp and refreshing highball that balances the deep warmth of whiskey with the bright bitterness of tonic water.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz (60ml) Whiskey (Bourbon, Rye, or Irish Whiskey)
- 4 oz (120ml) Sober Monkey Original Tonic Water
- ½ oz (15ml) Fresh Lemon or Lime Juice (optional, for extra zest)
- Ice Cubes
- Lemon or Orange Peel (for garnish)
- A Dash of Angostura Bitters (optional, for added depth)
Instructions:
1. Fill the Glass – Add ice cubes to a highball or rocks glass.
2. Pour the Whiskey – Pour whiskey over the ice.
3. Citrus Boost – Add fresh lemon or lime juice if using.
4. Top with Tonic – Slowly pour in the Sober Monkey Original Tonic Water to preserve carbonation.
5. Gentle Stir – Stir lightly to mix the flavors while keeping the fizz.
6. Garnish & Serve – Express an orange or lemon peel over the drink for aromatic oils, then drop it in.
OG&T
A timeless classic, crisp and refreshing with a botanical punch.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz (60ml) London Dry Gin (or your favorite gin)
- 4 oz (120ml) Sober Monkey Original Tonic Water
- Ice Cubes
- Lemon or Lime Wedge (for garnish)
- Juniper Berries or Fresh Herbs (optional, for extra aroma)
Instructions:
1. Chill the Glass – Fill a highball or copa glass with ice cubes.
2. Pour the Gin – Add gin over the ice.
3. Top with Tonic – Slowly pour Sober Monkey Original Tonic Water to maintain carbonation.
4. Gently Stir – Mix lightly to blend the flavors.
5. Garnish & Serve – Squeeze a lemon or lime wedge over the drink and drop it in. 6. Add juniper berries or a sprig of rosemary for an aromatic touch.
The Big GIG
A bold, spicy, and refreshing gin cocktail with a zesty kick of Indian ginger ale.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz (60ml) Dry Gin (London Dry or any botanical gin)
- 4 oz (120ml) Sober Monkey Indian Ginger Ale (for a spicier kick)
- ½ oz (15ml) Fresh Lime Juice (optional, for extra zest)
- Ice Cubes
- Candied Ginger or Lime Wheel (for garnish)
- A Dash of Angostura Bitters (optional, for added depth)
Instructions:
1. Fill the Glass – Add ice cubes to a highball or rocks glass.
2. Pour the Gin – Add dry gin over the ice.
3. Citrus Boost – Squeeze in fresh lime juice if using.
4. Top with Ginger Ale – Slowly pour the Sober Monkey Indian Ginger Ale to preserve the fizz.
5. Gentle Stir – Stir lightly to blend the flavors without losing carbonation.
6. Garnish & Serve – Garnish with a lime wheel or a piece of candied ginger for extra spice.
Pink Panther
A floral, refreshing, and slightly bitter cocktail with a delicate rosy twist.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz (60ml) Dry Gin (London Dry or a floral gin)
- 4 oz (120ml) Sober Monkey Original Tonic Water
- ½ oz (15ml) Fresh Lime Juice (optional, for a citrusy balance)
- 1 tbsp Mashed Indian Rose Petals (fresh or dried, for a fragrant floral note)
- Ice Cubes
- Rose Petal or Lemon Twist (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Glass – Fill a highball or copa glass with ice cubes.
2. Muddle the Rose Petals – In a shaker, lightly mash the Indian rose petals to release their natural aroma and oils.
3. Mix the Base – Add gin and lime juice (if using) into the shaker and shake well.
4. Strain & Pour – Strain the gin-rose mixture over the ice in the glass.
5. Top with Tonic – Slowly pour Sober Monkey Original Tonic to maintain its fizz.
6. Garnish & Serve – Sprinkle a few rose petals or add a lemon twist for an elegant finish.
The Blue High
A crisp and effervescent cocktail that blends the botanical notes of gin with the juicy tartness of blueberries and the smooth fizz of Sober Monkey Original Soda water.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz (60ml) Dry Gin (London Dry or a citrus-forward gin)
- 4 oz (120ml) Sober Monkey Original Soda Water
- ½ oz (15ml) Fresh Lemon Juice (optional, for a zesty kick)
- 8-10 Fresh Blueberries (plus extra for garnish)
- ½ oz (15ml) Simple Syrup or Honey (optional, for slight sweetness)
- Ice Cubes
- Lemon Peel or Blueberries on a Pick (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Muddle the Blueberries – In a shaker, gently crush the blueberries to release their vibrant color and juices.
2. Mix the Base – Add gin, lemon juice (if using), and simple syrup. Shake well.
3. Strain & Pour – Double strain into a highball glass filled with ice to remove blueberry pulp.
4. Top with Soda – Slowly pour Sober Monkey Original Soda to maintain its crisp carbonation.
5. Garnish & Serve – Garnish with a lemon peel twist or skewered blueberries for a sophisticated touch.
The Tangerine Dream
A zesty, refreshing, and citrus-forward cocktail that blends smooth vodka with the bright, sweet tang of Valencia oranges and the crisp bitterness of tonic.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz (60ml) Premium Vodka
- 4 oz (120ml) Sober Monkey Original Tonic Water
- ½ Valencia Orange (mashed, for fresh juice and pulp)
- ½ oz (15ml) Fresh Lime Juice (optional, for extra brightness)
- ½ oz (15ml) Simple Syrup or Honey (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
- Ice Cubes
- Orange Peel or a Valencia Orange Slice (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Muddle the Orange – In a shaker, mash half a Valencia orange to release its sweet citrus juices and essential oils.
2. Mix the Base – Add vodka, lime juice (if using), and simple syrup. Shake well.
3. Strain & Pour – Double strain into a highball glass filled with ice, removing excess pulp.
4. Top with Tonic – Slowly pour Sober Monkey Original Tonic to maintain its fizz.
5. Garnish & Serve – Garnish with an orange peel twist or a fresh slice of Valencia orange.
