Four colorful daiquiri cocktails in coupe glasses lined up on a wooden bar, each featuring a unique shade from red to pale yellow, with a blurred bar shelf in the background.

From Daiquiri to “Gin-quiri”: Reinventing Classics with The Old G

Cocktail Culture

The daiquiri is a simple mix — rum, lime, and sugar — but when you swap in gin, you get something unexpected. Brighter. Cleaner. Sharper. It’s called the “gin-quiri,” and it’s quickly becoming a favorite among modern cocktail lovers. With The Old G as your base, this cocktail delivers layered flavor without losing the punchy simplicity of the original. Let’s shake it up.

What Is a Gin-quiri, Exactly?

It’s a daiquiri — but instead of using rum, you use a smooth, botanical gin like The Old G. The result:

  • More citrus and spice
  • Less sweetness
  • A cleaner, dry finish

You still get that bold lime base — but with way more personality.

Classic Gin-quiri Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz The Old G
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • ¾ oz simple syrup (or adjust to taste)
  • Lime wheel or zest for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Add gin, lime, and syrup to a shaker with ice
  2. Shake hard for 10–12 seconds
  3. Double strain into a coupe or Nick & Nora glass
  4. Garnish with a lime wheel or expressed zest

It’s quick, crisp, and makes a serious impression.

Flavor Notes: Why It Works

Rum has richness. Gin brings clarity.
The Old G’s citrus-forward profile with smooth cardamom makes it:

  • Brighter than a rum daiquiri
  • Less sugary
  • More refined and structured

It’s a cocktail that feels fresh, even if you’ve had 100 daiquiris before.

Variations to Try

  • Cucumber Gin-quiri – add muddled cucumber before shaking
  • Spicy Gin-quiri – shake with a slice of jalapeño
  • Honey Gin-quiri – swap syrup for honey and add a touch of thyme

Each variation highlights a different angle of The Old G’s flavor.

Final Pour

The daiquiri is all about balance — and with The Old G, the gin-quiri hits that same target with a sharper edge. If you’re looking to update your cocktail playbook, this is the pour that proves gin doesn’t need to follow the rules.

Black and white image of The Old G gin pouring from a botte into a clear glass against a dark background. The water flow is steady, creating small ripples in the glass.
Buy The Old G

The Old G Gin is unlike any other. It’s smooth, with no burn, no bite, and none of the bitterness that defines traditional gin. Its bold flavor profile stands out, whether sipped neat or mixed into a cocktail.