Barsys
The Ruby Revelry
About
The Ruby Revelry is built for sparkling moments - the kind of drink you raise when the countdown begins or when a party needs that first burst of energy. Inspired by classic gin sour structure and the jewel-toned richness of holiday fruits, this cocktail blends Sipsmith London Dry Gin, tart cranberry juice, bright lemon, and smooth sugar syrup into a crisp, elegant celebration in a coupe.
Cranberry gives the drink its signature ruby glow and sharp, festive acidity, while gin brings botanical dryness that keeps everything refined. The lemon peel garnish adds an aromatic citrus lift that makes the cocktail feel fresh from the first sip to the last.
Whether you're toasting the New Year, hosting a dinner party, or kicking off a night worth remembering, The Ruby Revelry delivers color, brightness, and a lively balance that never feels too sweet. It’s modern, charming, and photo-ready — a true party-starter that tastes just as good as it looks.
Shaken or Stirred? Shaken. The shake aerates the cranberry and citrus, giving the drink its smooth, silky structure.
What You'll Need
- 2 oz Sipsmith London Dry Gin
- 1 oz Cranberry Juice
- 0.5 oz Lemon Juice
- 0.5 oz Sugar Syrup
- Garnish: Lemon Peel, Salt
Pro Tip:
Use unsweetened cranberry juice for the deepest color and best balance - sweetened versions can flatten the cocktail.
How to Make It
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Skill Level: Shake-and-serve
- Add all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously until chilled.
- Strain into a salt-rimmed chilled coupe.
- Garnish with a lemon peel.
Using Barsys Cocktail Maker?
The Coaster 2.0 Cocktail Maker is perfect for a cocktail like this. It guides your pour timing for gin, cranberry, lemon, and syrup, ensuring every ratio is exact before you shake. You still get the craft of a hand-shaken cocktail, but with precision behind every ingredient - ideal when you want consistent results across multiple celebratory rounds.
For the full recipe, download the Barsys App.
Tasting Notes
The Barsys Edge
A cocktail this simple depends heavily on precision - a touch too much lemon makes it sour, too much syrup makes it flat, and uneven cranberry turns the color muddy. Barsys ensures every base ingredient hits the perfect mark before shaking, so every coupe looks crystal-clear, jewel-toned, and celebration-ready.
Sip Setting
Made for countdowns, champagne swaps, rooftop parties, and any moment where the dress code is “festive.” It’s a glassful of energy, sparkle, and instant celebration.
Garnish Game
A twisted lemon peel adds fragrance and elegance. For an extra pop, express the oils over the glass or add a thin cranberry skewer for a jewel-like accent.
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FAQs
Can I use a different gin?
Yes - any clean, botanical gin works, but London Dry keeps it classic.
Can I make it sweeter?
Increase the sugar syrup slightly or use sweetened cranberry.
Can I batch this?
Yes - shake individual servings, but batch the base mix ahead.
Coupe or rocks glass?
Coupe is ideal, but chilled Nick & Nora also works beautifully.
Can I make a mocktail version?
Replace gin with non-alcoholic botanical spirit or sparkling water.