We’ve been lucky to have some pretty nice weather this long weekend. Sadly, we don’t have a garden to enjoy it in but that didn’t stop me getting some ice lollies on the go. Gin & tonic ice lollies, to be precise. Because if you can’t drink in the sun, you might as well eat alcoholic ice lollies inside. Or something…
A classic G&T is my go-to drink these days, and it’s especially good on a warm day. Cold, refreshing and not so sweet you can’t drink 5 in a row. It’s almost even better in ice lolly form.
The ice lolly recipe is pretty much as straightforward as the drink: gin, tonic water and a squeeze of lime. Freezing tends to bring out the bitter flavour so I’ve added in a little simple syrup to sweeten it up slightly, but I can assure you the resulting flavour is still classic gin & tonic. If you’re not familiar with simple syrup, it’s just water and sugar and there’s a quick description of how to make it in the recipe below.
Before you dash off to make these, let me impart some gin & tonic ice lolly wisdom:
- Much as I understand the temptation, I wouldn’t advise adding more gin. Alcohol doesn’t freeze at this temperature so increasing the amount will lead to slushy lollies that melt super fast.
- If you want to add lime slices (pretty, but admittedly a little fiddly when actually eating), wait until the lollies are slushy (about 1-2 hours) before pushing the slices in. This stops the slices dropping to the bottom
- If using a mould with wooden sticks, wait about 2 hours until the mixture has frozen slightly before pushing the sticks in. If you’re looking for an ice lolly mould, I’d recommend the Norpro Frozen Ice Pop Maker
. It’s what I used to make these and is the most fuss-free option I’ve found.
Ingredients
- 50g caster sugar
- 50ml water
- 100ml gin
- 100ml lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 600ml tonic water
- 10 lime slices (optional)
Instructions
- To make simple syrup, add the sugar and water to a pan and heat gently until sugar has dissolved. Set aside to cool.
- In a bowl, mix the gin, lime juice, tonic water and simple syrup. Divide the mixture between each lolly mould, leaving a little space at the top to allow to expand.
- Freeze for 1-2 hours until semi-frozen then push sticks into place. Also add lime slices at this point if you want, pushing them to about halfway down. Return to freezer for a further 3 hours, or overnight.
- To remove ice lollies from mould, run lukewarm water over the mould to loosen before removing.
I love making these every summer!
This was my first time but I’m so pleased with them!
So refreshing for the summer! You’re right about adding the lime, looks great but a bit fiddly to eat!
Yeah I doubt I’ll add it in future but couldn’t resist for the photos!
These sound amazing!!! I’m’ always so impressed with your ideas
Charlotte / styleaked
Aw thanks Charlotte! I doubt I’m the first to think of doing this but I’m glad I did!
Oh these look yummy! XX
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Thanks Emma!
This is definitely my kind of recipe! xx
These look awesome! I can’t wait to make them this summer. They are so pretty- your photographs are stunning 🙂 Pinned!
These look so good. I make no apologies for my love of Gin & Tonic !
It’s the perfect drink and it fits so many occasions.
I’m so impressed with how perfect these are with their suspended slice of lime.
Well done. x
These look amazing – your photos are brillian! I got some amazing silicon moulds around Easter time, definitely looking forward to a summer of ice lolly fun. I’ve found using eldiflower cordial works very well – tastes great and sweetends the whole thing up a little!
This is such a great idea, two of our favourite things combined!!
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I don’t actually drink gin but I love the idea of alcoholic ice lollies! <3 Gisforgingers xx
Wow! Love the sound of these! Your photos are beautiful too! I love the marble slab as a background!
WOW! These look stunning. Cant believe you have made these, I had these a blog idea a while back. I have a few ice lolly receipts I need to try ready for summer.
Sammie
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I’m going to a BBQ on monday and will definitely be making these, what a treat!
Heather x
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Oh, goodness. I NEED to make these, a lot!!
Sophie Loves Food
Another thing I’ve been meaning to make. Definitely in the summer!
These would probably be a bit weird with cucumber, right?
I would like to make them for my bf, however he likes his gin&tonic with cucumber and grinded pepper
Hmm it might work – cucumber is quite refreshing! You could maybe try adding cucumber slices then let the mixture sit in the fridge for a bit then take the cucumber out before freezing? That way you’d get some of the flavour without actual cucumber slices. Let me know how it goes if you give it a try!