A Ginja cocktail is a Portuguese drink made with gin and sour cherry liquor. The drink is usually served cold and can be enjoyed as an aperitif or digestif.

The Ginja cocktail was created in the early 1800s by a British expat living in Portugal. The drink quickly became popular and is now a staple of Portuguese culture. Ginja liquor is made from sour cherries that are steeped in brandy or vodka. The liquor is then strained and mixed with …