Does sloe gin need a mixer?

Does sloe gin need a mixer?

OK so not strictly a mixer – if anything we're adding alcohol content, but sloe gin and fizz just works so well together. Sloe gin cocktails can come in all shapes and sizes but the simple addition of Prosecco really elevates the drink into something of a celebration.

Can sloe gin go bad?

Gin stays fine for years, and its shelf life is basically indefinite. The gin won't go off, but the longer it's stored opened, the worse its taste will be. That means that if you leave the bottle open for a few years, the gin might not taste that great and you will likely discard it.

What does sloe gin taste like?

“High quality [sloe gin] is going to taste plummy and have an earthy, raisiny like quality. They are often very sweet. Good ones tend to also have notes of almonds, which comes from the pit of the fruit.”

How is sloe gin made?

Sloe gin is a British red liqueur made with gin and sloes. Sloes are the fruit (drupe) of Prunus spinosa , a relative of the plum. Sloe gin has an alcohol content between 15 and 30 percent by volume. The traditional way of making sloe gin is to soak the sloes in gin.

Can you mix gin and Coke?

If you're looking for a gin and coke recipe, then you probably think that there's more to making this odd little drink than dumping two ingredients into a glass. Gin and Coke are not a natural pairing. You can certainly drink them together, but without some subtle touches, it's not particularly tasty.

How do you drink Hayman’s Sloe Gin?

Pour the Sloe Gin into a champagne flute. 2. Top with Sparkling Wine to taste.

How do you serve sipsmith sloe gin?

Once a day for seven days, give the jar a good shake. Store the jar in a cool, dark place and leave for two to three months. Line a plastic sieve with a square of muslin set over a bowl and strain the sloe gin through it. Decant into clean, dry bottles, then seal and label.

What Gin goes with Sicilian lemonade?

Nowadays we have plenty of choice, including Fever-Tree Elderflower (that works beautifully with cucumber based gins such as Hendricks, Martin Miller and also more fruity gins) and Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic (made for savoury and orange/spicy gins).

What Gin goes with aromatic tonic?

Add in a measure of a Navy Strength or juniper-forward gin (such as Plymouth, Tanqueray or Sipsmith) then top with the Fever-Tree Aromatic Tonic Water and a twist of orange peel.

What is gin made from?

Distilled gin is produced exclusively by redistilling ethanol of agricultural origin with an initial strength of 96% ABV (the azeotrope of water and ethanol) in stills traditionally used for gin, in the presence of juniper berries and of other natural botanicals, provided that the juniper taste is predominant.

What do you drink with Sipsmith gin?

Add in a measure of a Navy Strength or juniper-forward gin (such as Plymouth, Tanqueray or Sipsmith) then top with the Fever-Tree Aromatic Tonic Water and a twist of orange peel.

What is Fever Tree tonic water?

Quinine is a product of the Cinchona tree's bark, which is harvested on an eight-year cycle. It is the source for that bitter kick in tonic water, and to have a successful tonic it must be counteracted by other ingredients. When the recipe is right, a nice tonic is born and this is what we find here.

Is Fever Tree Lemon Tonic the same as bitter lemon?

The folks at Fever Tree originally named this 'Lemon Tonic' as bitter lemon is basically quinine flavoured tonic water with the addition of lemon juice and rind, so the name 'Lemon Tonic' was indeed fitting.

How do you drink gin liqueur?

For something light and refreshing, David recommends mixing this pink grapefruit and elderflower gin liqueur with club soda or sparkling water. He says, “Fill a tall glass with ice, then pour in one part gin liqueur to three to four parts sparkling water.

Do you drink damson gin neat?

The best way to drink sloe gin is neat (it is not as alcoholic as ordinary gin, with an ABV of 26%), in a small glass, so that's how we first tasted it. A waft of bitter almonds and damsons (the sloe is a member of the plum family) came off the glass.