New Year's Eve Cocktail with Gin: Start the New Year in Style

New Year's Eve is the night of nights - a moment of farewell and new beginnings. What could be more fitting than with an exquisite New Year's Eve cocktail with gin to toast the coming year? While traditional drinks such as sparkling wine or champagne have their place, we, as absolute gin experts, would like to offer you an inspiring alternative. Discover how our THORALM Dry Gin, the exquisite Alpen Gin from Austria, can enhance your New Year's Eve.

The Magic of Gin on New Year's Eve

Gin has become one of the most versatile and popular spirits in recent years. Its complex aromas and endless combination possibilities make it the ideal companion for festive occasions. A New Year's Eve cocktail with gin offers not only depth of flavor, but also a touch of elegance and sophistication that perfectly matches the New Year's Eve mood.

THORALM Dry Gin: The taste of the Alps

Our THORALM Dry Gin is more than just a gin; it is a tribute to the Austrian Alpine landscape. Made in the heart of the Salzkammergut, one of the most picturesque regions in Austria, it combines the purity of the Alps with traditional craftsmanship. As a real Salzkammergut Gin it reflects the essence of the region.

With carefully selected alpine herbs distilled, THORALM Dry Gin unfolds a bouquet reminiscent of blooming alpine meadows and clear mountain air. This unique Alpine Herb Gin is characterized by a harmonious balance between juniper, fresh citrus notes and the characteristic herbs of the Alps. Alm Gin he tells the story of the mountains in every drop.

Exquisite cocktail ideas for your New Year's Eve

We would like to introduce you to some selected recipes that put the THORALM Dry Gin in the right light and make your New Year's Eve unforgettable.

1. Alpine Sparkle

Ingredients:

• 50 ml THORALM Dry Gin
• 15 ml elderflower syrup
• 20 ml fresh lemon juice
• 100 ml Austrian sparkling wine or Prosecco
• Fresh mint leaves and berries for garnish

Preparation:

Shake the gin, elderflower syrup and lemon juice vigorously in a shaker with ice. Strain into a chilled champagne glass and top up with sparkling wine. Garnish with mint leaves and berries. This New Year's Eve cocktail with gin combines alpine freshness with sparkling elegance.

2. Salzburg Winter Magic

Ingredients:

• 40 ml THORALM Dry Gin
• 30 ml apple-cinnamon liqueur
• 20 ml fresh lime juice
• 10 ml maple syrup
• cinnamon stick and apple slice for decoration

Preparation:

Put all ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into an old-fashioned glass with fresh ice. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a slice of apple. This cocktail captures the winter atmosphere of Salzburg and is the perfect accompaniment to a cozy New Year's Eve.

3. Alpine Herbs Gin Punch

Ingredients:

• 200 ml THORALM Dry Gin
• 500 ml clear apple juice
• 250 ml pear juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 3 star anise
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• Fresh thyme sprigs for decoration

Preparation:

Heat all ingredients slowly in a saucepan without bringing to the boil. Pour into heat-resistant glasses and garnish with thyme sprigs. This warm punch is ideal for the cold hours and brings out the aromas of the Alpine herb gins into its own.

4. Alpine New Year's Greetings

Ingredients:

• 50 ml THORALM Dry Gin
• 25 ml of Swiss stone pine schnapps
• 20 ml fresh lemon juice
• 15 ml fir honey
• protein from an organic egg
• Fresh rosemary sprig for garnish

Preparation:

Put all ingredients in a shaker without ice and shake vigorously (dry shake). Add ice and shake again. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a sprig of rosemary. This cocktail combines the aromas of the Alps and brings the forest into the glass.

5. Gin Fireworks

Ingredients:

• 40 ml THORALM Dry Gin
• 20 ml pomegranate syrup
• 10 ml lime juice
• 5 ml ginger syrup
• 100 ml tonic water
• pomegranate seeds and lime slice for decoration

Preparation:

Pour gin, pomegranate syrup, lime juice and ginger syrup into a glass with ice and stir. Top up with tonic water. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and a slice of lime. A sparkling cocktail whose colors are reminiscent of New Year's Eve fireworks.

Tips for the perfect New Year's Eve cocktail with gin

• High-quality ingredients: The quality of the gin is crucial. THORALM Dry Gin, as a first-class Austria Gin, offers the ideal base for your cocktails.
• Fresh herbs: Use alpine herbs such as thyme, rosemary or mint to enhance the aromas of the gin.
• Ice quality: Clear, large ice cubes melt more slowly and dilute the cocktail less.
• Glass selection: Choosing the right glass can significantly impact the taste and experience of a cocktail.

Why a New Year's Eve Cocktail with Gin is the Perfect Choice

A New Year's Eve cocktail with gin not only offers variety in taste, but also the opportunity to surprise your guests with creative and festive drinks. The versatility of gin makes it possible to create cocktails that capture both the winter mood and the festive atmosphere of New Year's Eve.

Gin and Food Pairing for New Year's Eve

A New Year's Eve cocktail with gin can be combined excellently with culinary delicacies. Here are some recommendations:

• Oysters and seafood: The gin's fresh, citrus notes harmonize perfectly with oysters, shrimp and other seafood.
• Cheese platter with mountain cheese: The spicy taste of Austrian mountain cheese complements the herbal notes of the Alpine herb gins.
• Smoked salmon: The smokiness of the salmon creates an interesting contrast to the freshness of the gin.
• Desserts with berries: Sweet berry desserts underline the fruity components of the gin.

THORALM Dry Gin: Your companion into the new year

As Alpen Gin THORALM Dry Gin embodies the purity and freshness of the Austrian Alps. The combination of traditional distillation methods and modern influences makes it an exceptional Austria Gin, which should not be missing in any home bar. Whether in Alpine Sparkle, Salzburg Winter Magic or as Gin Punch,  THORALM Dry Gin is the perfect choice for your New Year's Eve cocktail with gin.

Cheers to the New Year

We invite you to toast the New Year with us and THORALM Dry Gin. Let our recipes inspire you and experience how a New Year's Eve cocktail with gin can enrich your evening. Enjoy the special moments with your loved ones and start the new year in style.

About THORALM

We at THORALM are proud to create a gin that carries the essence of the Alps. As Alm Gin It combines the traditional alpine herbs with modern distillation art. Our passion for quality and authenticity is reflected in every drop. Discover the diversity of our Alpine herb gins and let yourself be enchanted by the magic of Austrian Alps enchant.

With our recommendations and the unique THORALM Dry Gin, nothing stands in the way of an unforgettable New Year's Eve. Toast with us - to an enjoyable and successful New Year!

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