Guide
Apple Gin Cocktails for Winter — Ranked by Data
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16Recipes reviewed
16Matching this guide
17.7gMedian sugar
309 kcalMedian calories
21.3%Median ABV
Ranked recipes
| # | Drink | Why it ranks | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barton Special | Matches gin + apple + winter profile · 248 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 2 | French 75 | Matches gin + apple + winter profile · 322 kcal | Any occasion |
| 3 | Gin Squirt | Matches gin + apple + winter profile · 233 kcal | Any occasion |
| 4 | Grass Skirt | Matches gin + apple + winter profile · 303 kcal | Any occasion |
| 5 | Hawaiian Cocktail | Matches gin + apple + winter profile · 188 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 6 | Hawaiin Cocktail | Matches gin + apple + winter profile · 329 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 7 | Million-Dollar Cocktail | Matches gin + apple + winter profile · 446 kcal | Any occasion |
| 8 | Monte Carlo Imperial Highball | Matches gin + apple + winter profile · 355 kcal | Any occasion |
| 9 | Pollyanna Cocktail | Matches gin + apple + winter profile · 246 kcal | Any occasion |
| 10 | Prince's Smile Cocktail | Matches gin + apple + winter profile · 419 kcal | Any occasion |
| 11 | The Philosopher | Matches gin + apple + winter profile · 309 kcal | Any occasion |
| 12 | Waikiki Beachcomber | Matches gin + apple + winter profile · 125 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 13 | Wembley Cocktail | Matches gin + apple + winter profile · 373 kcal | Any occasion |
| 14 | Golden Dawn | Matches gin + apple + winter profile | Any occasion |
| 15 | Pollyanna Cocktai | Matches gin + apple + winter profile | Any occasion |
| 16 | Wembly Cocktail | Matches gin + apple + winter profile | Any occasion |
Best picks by use case
Methodology
Is this guide right for you?
Good fit if:
- You want a data-backed shortlist of cocktail recipes
- You want nutrition context alongside recipe rankings
- You want to compare drinks across multiple metrics at once
Poor fit if:
- You need medical or dietary advice
- You need exact bar-specific nutrition values
- You assume one low metric means all metrics are low
Frequently asked questions
- What cocktails are on this page?
- This page lists 16 cocktails matched on multiple criteria — gin as the base, apple flavor profile — from WhatDrink data. All pass quality and completeness filters.
- Why combine multiple criteria?
- Single-signal pages (e.g. "gin cocktails" or "citrus cocktails") have broad results. Combining criteria — spirit + flavor + occasion — surfaces drinks that genuinely fit a specific mood or context, reducing decision fatigue.
- What do these cocktails taste like?
- Flavor profiles vary but share the matched criteria. Check individual drink pages for full flavor tags, tasting notes, and sensory profiles.
- How many drinks are on this page?
- There are 16 cocktails on this page. The list updates as new recipes are added to WhatDrink.
- When should I drink these cocktails?
- Occasion suitability depends on the specific drink. Check individual recipe pages for occasion tags.
- What foods pair with these cocktails?
- Food pairing suggestions are available on individual drink pages.
- Can I make these at home?
- Most cocktails here use accessible bar ingredients. Click through to any recipe for the full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation.