Blood Orange Gin Cocktail

Course: Cocktails, Drinks

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Servings: cocktail

Calories: 248kcal

Author: Emily

Indulge in the invigorating twist of the Blood Orange Gin Cocktail, a refreshing rendition of the classic gin sour infused with the flavors of blood orange juice and a subtle touch of orange bitters.

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Equipment

Ingredients

2 ounces gin
2 ounces freshly squeezed blood orange juice
½ ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
¼ ounce simple syrup
2-3 dashes orange bitters
1 large egg white

Instructions

Add all of the ingredients into a cocktail shaker without ice and dry shake for 8-10 seconds (this creates the foam on top).
Open the cocktail shaker and add a scoop of ice. Put the lid on the shaker and shake for another 10-15 seconds.
Double strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with a fresh sprig of rosemary and enjoy immediately. Cheers!

Notes

Quality Ingredients: Start with a high-quality gin. The botanicals in the gin contribute significantly to the flavor profile of the cocktail.

Fresh Squeezed Fruit Juice: Use fresh-squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor. Fresh citrus adds brightness and complexity to the drink.

Balancing the Flavors: Pay attention to the balance between sweet, sour, and strong. Adjust the ratio of simple syrup and lemon juice to suit your personal taste preferences.

Dry Shake: Dry shaking (shaking without ice) for the first round helps create a frothy and silky texture in the cocktail. Shake for about 10-15 seconds.

Straining: Double-strain the cocktail to remove any ice shards and ensure a smooth texture. This is typically done by using both a Hawthorne strainer and a fine mesh strainer.

*The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) considers it safe to use raw eggs if they are pasteurized. Bottom Line: Raw eggs may contain a type of pathogenic bacteria called Salmonella, which can cause food poisoning. However, the risk of an egg being contaminated is quite low. Please proceed at your own risk and decide if you are okay with this. I have never had an issue.

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