This charming, delicate gin sour recipe is like a burst of spring in a glass and a harbinger of the delicious stonefruit season that lies ahead as the gorgeous color comes from plum-infused simple syrup. This cocktail blends the bright flavor of lemon, the intriguing botanical notes of gin, and a plum-infused simple syrup for gorgeous natural color. An egg white helps further elevate and lighten the mix, providing a delicate foam to receive a seasonal garnish of thinly sliced plums. This gorgeous cocktail is elegant and delicious, it’s a drink that's as delightful to make as it is to sip!

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Before we dive into mixing and sipping, let's take a little journey down the winding path of gin cocktail history. You see, gin has been around for centuries, tracing its roots back to the Netherlands in the 17th century, where it was created as a medicinal spirit. Fast forward a bit, and gin found its way to the bustling streets of London, where it became a staple in the British drinking culture, leading to the birth of classic cocktails like the Gin and Tonic and the Tom Collins.

Now, let's fast forward to today, where we're putting a modern twist on the classic Pink Gin Cocktail by infusing it with the seasonal goodness of plums. Ah, plums! Those juicy, sweet-tart orbs of deliciousness grace us with their presence in the late summer and early fall months. They're like nature's little treasures, bursting with flavor and begging to be turned into something extraordinary.

So, how do we turn these humble plums into a delectable cocktail syrup? It's easier than you might think! Simply slice up some ripe plums, toss them into a saucepan with equal parts water and sugar, and let them simmer away until the sugar has dissolved and the plums have infused their flavor into the syrup. Strain out the solids, and voila! You've got yourself a beautifully pink, plum-infused simple syrup that's just waiting to elevate your cocktail game.

Without further ado, here is the recipe:

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Author: Celeste Duffy

Pink Gin Cocktail

This cocktail blends the bright flavor of lemon, the intriguing botanical notes of gin, and a plum-infused simple syrup for gorgeous natural color. An egg white helps further elevate and lighten the mix, providing a delicate foam to receive a seasonal garnish of thinly sliced plums. This gorgeous cocktail is elegant and delicious, it’s a drink that's as delightful to make as it is to sip.

Ingredients

Cocktail

2 ounce Gin
3/4 ounces Fresh Lemon Juice
3/4 ounces Plum-infused Simple Syrup
1 egg white or 1 ounce of aquafaba
1 fresh plum for garnishing
1 cup ice

Plum-Infused Simple Syrup

2 fresh or frozen plums, halved
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water

Instructions

Wash and dry your three plums. Two of these will be cut in halves and used in the simple syrup. The third will be used to create thin slices that will be used to garnish the cocktails.
Make the simple syrup by placing the sugar, water, and 4 plum halves into a saucepan set to medium heat. When the sugar has dissolved and the syrup thickens after about 20 minutes, remove from the heat and let cool.
Separate your egg white and set aside
Chill your Serving Glasses by either placing them in the freezer or filling them with extra ice that will be discarded after chilling the glass
With the plum that is reserved for garnish, cut into half avoiding the stone, and very thinly cut half moon slices. Taking three slices and stacking them, pierce one end of the stack with a lovely cocktail stick. Fan out the slices and reserve while you mix the cocktail
In a cocktail shaker, add the Gin, lemon juice, egg white, and simple syrup. Close the cover securely and shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds to develop the delicate white foam.
Open the cocktail shaker and add your cup of ice. Securely close the shaker and shake again for another 30 seconds to chill the cocktail
Remove the serving glass from the freezer or if you used ice to chill the glassware, discard it.
Strain and pour your mixed cocktail into the serving glass and garnish with your plum slices. If you have seasonal blossoms available - delicately place them atop your foam.

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And there you have it, folks: a Pink Gin Cocktail that's a gorgeous take on a gin sour. It’s as pretty as it is delicious, made even more special with the flavor of plums. So go ahead, whip one up, and raise a glass to the joys of cocktail experimentation and the magic of seasonal ingredients. Cheers!