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Raspberry Gin Sour

Raspberry Gin Sour: Effortless Elegance in Every Sip

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Raspberry Gin Sour, a cocktail that blends tart fresh raspberries, gin, and lemon for a refreshing treat.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cocktail Base
  • 2 oz Gin Choose a botanical gin for deeper flavor.
  • 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice Always opt for freshly squeezed.
  • 1 oz Simple Syrup Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 6-8 pieces Fresh Raspberries Use vibrant, ripe ones for best tartness.
  • 1 piece Egg White Replace with aquafaba for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Ice Essential for chilling.
  • 1 dash Angostura Bitters Optional, use sparingly.

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker
  • Fine-Mesh Strainer
  • muddler
  • serving glass

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Chill the glass by placing it in the freezer for a few minutes.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, muddle 6-8 fresh raspberries with 1 oz of simple syrup for about 30 seconds.
  3. Pour in 2 oz of gin and 1 oz of freshly squeezed lemon juice. If vegan, add 1 oz of aquafaba.
  4. Seal the shaker and perform a dry shake for about 15 seconds.
  5. Add a generous amount of ice and shake again for 15-20 seconds.
  6. Double strain the mixture into the chilled glass using a fine mesh strainer.
  7. Garnish with fresh raspberries or a twist of lemon peel. Optionally, add a dash of Angostura bitters.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Quality matters; always use fresh raspberries. Adjust sweetness to taste and experiment with different gins for best results.

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