Description
The Lavender Gin Sour Cocktail is a refreshing and elegant drink marrying the floral notes of lavender syrup with the herbal flavor of gin and the bright tartness of fresh lemon juice. It’s perfect for sophisticated gatherings, weddings, spring events, or simply an indulgent evening at home. This cocktail features a frothy top from egg white, balancing sweet, sour, and floral flavors beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients:
- 2 ounces gin (London Dry works best)
- 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 1 egg white (optional, for frothy top)
Pantry Staples & Flavor Enhancers:
- 3/4 ounce lavender syrup (homemade or store-bought)
- Ice cubes for shaking
- Fresh lavender sprigs or lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Make Lavender Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water, and 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender. Bring to a simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and steep the lavender for 20 minutes. Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove lavender flowers, then refrigerate until chilled.
- Dry Shake: In a cocktail shaker, combine gin, fresh lemon juice, lavender syrup, and egg white (if using). Shake vigorously without ice to create a frothy, well-aerated mixture.
- Shake Again: Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again until the cocktail is well chilled and properly diluted, about 15-20 seconds.
- Strain & Serve: Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe or martini glass. The frothy egg white should settle on top, creating a smooth foam layer.
- Garnish: Garnish the drink with a fresh lavender sprig or a lemon slice for added aroma and an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Homemade Lavender Syrup: Store in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Non-Alcoholic Option: Substitute gin with sparkling water and increase lavender syrup to taste for a refreshing mocktail.
- Vegan Option: Use aquafaba (chickpea water) instead of egg white to achieve frothiness.
- For Weddings or Large Events: Batch prepare the lavender syrup and gin mixture, then shake individual servings with egg white to maintain freshness and foam quality.
- Tip: Use only culinary lavender to avoid any bitter or soapy off-flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: European
Keywords: Lavender Gin Sour, Lavender Cocktail, Gin Sour Recipe, Floral Cocktail, Elegant Drinks, Spring Cocktail, Wedding Drink
