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Bramble
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Submitted on: March 20, 2021
The drink that saved gin and cocktails. Legendary London bartender Dick Bradsell created the Bramble whilst working at Fred’s Bar in London’s Soho in the 1980s. A well-balanced combination of dry gin, lemon, and crème de mûre, the Bramble was intended to be a quintessentially British cocktail inspired by British avours. It rapidly became the go-to gin drink in many bartenders’ repertoire and arguably propelled gin cocktails back into the limelight. Perhaps the only true“modern classic”cocktail...
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Estimated strength
Lemon wedge and Blackberries.
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About 19% ABV (estimate)
By Fords Gin
DISTILLED IN LONDON
Fords Gin is a collaboration between 8th generation Master Distiller Charles Maxwell of Thames Distillers and Simon Ford, dedicated to creating spirits designed in unison with professional bartenders and celebrated distillers from around the world. A thoughtful mix of nine botanicals, Fords Gin starts with a traditional base of juniper & coriander seed balanced by citrus, florals and spices. Steeped for 15 hours before distillation, the botanicals deliver an aromatic, fresh and floral spirit wi...
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Add all ingredients except Chambord to a rocks glass. Add crushed ice, churn together and add more crushed ice. Drizzle Chambord over the drink and garnish with a lemon wedge and blackberries.
Editor's Note
Dick Bradsell's modern classic balances botanical gin with tart lemon and a signature blackberry liqueur float. The crushed ice build ensures a crisp, refreshing finish.
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Crafted Pour
28 July 2026
This is such a fantastic tribute to a true modern classic! Do you have a preferred ratio for your simple syrup that you find works best with this specific gin?
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