Black Currant Gin Blend (Print Version)

A lively mix featuring gin, black currant syrup, lime juice, and floral accents for a refreshing taste.

# What You'll Need:

→ Spirits

01 - 1.7 fl oz premium gin

→ Syrups & Juices

02 - 0.85 fl oz black currant syrup
03 - 0.68 fl oz freshly squeezed lime juice

→ Mixers

04 - 2 fl oz chilled soda water, optional

→ Garnish

05 - 1 lime wheel
06 - Edible flowers such as violets or pansies
07 - Ice cubes as needed

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
02 - Add gin, black currant syrup, and freshly squeezed lime juice to the shaker.
03 - Shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds until well chilled and thoroughly combined.
04 - Strain into a chilled cocktail glass or a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
05 - Top with soda water if desired and gently stir to incorporate.
06 - Garnish with a lime wheel and edible flowers before serving immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's sophisticated enough to impress but takes five minutes flat, no fussing required.
  • The black currant syrup gives you that jewel-toned color that photographs beautifully and tastes like a secret.
  • You can adjust the sweetness or tartness to your mood without ruining anything.
02 -
  • Bottled lime juice will genuinely ruin this drink—I learned this the hard way and watched it taste weirdly chemical compared to fresh, so squeeze by hand if you can.
  • The temperature of your glass matters more than you'd think; warm glass means the drink warms up by the second sip, so that chill-first step actually saves you.
03 -
  • Make your black currant syrup in bulk if you find a good recipe—it keeps for weeks and suddenly every afternoon has potential.
  • Pre-chill your glasses in the freezer while you shower or get dressed; it's the laziest move that makes the biggest difference to the final drink.
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