Blackcurrant Gin Sour
This Blackcurrant Gin Sour blends the sweetness of blackcurrant cordial with bright gin botanicals and sour citrus. It creates a balanced and delicious cocktail.
Inspired by the classic Gin Sour, the Blackcurrant Gin Sour is a perfect summer drink or toasting a special occasion.
The cocktail is the perfect balance of sour and sweet, with plenty of fresh lemon juice to balance the sweetness of the black currant cordial. A little fresh thyme brings another element of flavor.
Ingredients
A classic Gin Sour is a beautiful blend of gin, lemon or lime juice, and simple syrup shaken over ice and strained into a glass. Our Blackcurrant Gin Sour adds a delightful twist to this timeless cocktail by incorporating the deep, fruity flavors of Blackcurrant cordial.
Here is a rundown of what you will need. Find the amounts written in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Good London Dry Gin. This is a high-quality gin that is infused with botanical flavors through re-distillation. The main flavor in this gin comes from juniper, and there are no artifical colors or flavors added.
- Blackcurrant cordial – This brings sweetness, flavor, and a gorgeous color.
- Lemon juice or lime. Use fresh juice, not bottled for the best flavor.
- Egg whites. This gives the drink a layer of foam on top. As they are raw egg whites, it’s best to use pasteurized eggs. If you are allergic to eggs or vegan, this can be swapped for aquafaba.
- Ice cubes
- Fresh thyme leaves – Fragrant thyme pairs beautifully with rich blackcurrant.
Method
Fill a martini or coupe glass with ice and set this aside to chill while you make the cocktail.
Combine gin, blackcurrant cordial, lemon juice, and egg whites in a cocktail shaker. Add in fresh thyme leaves and use a cocktail stirrer to muddle the leaves into the liquids.
Add on the lid and shake for 15 seconds. This is called a ‘dry shake,’ which better mixes in the egg white.
Fill the shaker with ice, and shake again for 10 seconds until well chilled and combined.
Remove the ice from the glass, then strain the drink into the chilled cocktail glass.
Garnish your Blackcurrant Gin Sour with a sprig of fresh thyme.
Variations
The Blackcurrant Gin Sour is an excellent example of how Blackcurrant cordial’s rich, fruity flavor can elevate a classic cocktail. For other variations of a gin sour try these:
Or a cherry daiquiri made with rum and cherry liqueur!
Blackcurrant Gin Sour
This blackcurrant gin sour blends the sweetness of blackcurrant cordial with bright gin botanicals and sour citrus.
Ingredients
- 2oz / 60ml London Dry Gin
- 1 oz / 30ml Blackcurrant Cordial
- 1oz / 30ml Fresh Lemon Juice
- ½ an egg white (or ½ oz unsalted aquafaba)
- Fresh thyme sprigs
- Ice
Instructions
- Fill a martini or coupe glass with ice and set this aside to chill while you make the cocktail.
- Combine gin, blackcurrant cordial, lemon juice, and egg whites in a cocktail shaker. Add in a sprig of fesh thyme and use a cocktail stirrer to muddle the leaves into the liquids.
- Add on the lid and shake for 15 seconds. This is called a 'dry shake,' which better mixes in the egg white.
- Fill the shaker with ice, and shake again for 10 seconds until well chilled and combined.
- Remove the ice from the glass, then strain the drink into the chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish your Blackcurrant Gin Sour with a sprig of fresh thyme.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 162Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 29mgCarbohydrates: 7gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 2g
