Midnight Sparks

Name: Midnight Sparks
Ingredients: 1.5 oz Hendrick's Gin; 0.5 oz Lillet Blanc; 0.5 oz Lemon Juice; 4 ea Basil Leaves; 4 dash(es) Grapefruit Bitters; 1 dash(es) Black Pepper Tincture; 1.5 oz Rosé

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By Logan

Submitted on: September 15, 2022

Refreshing

Advanced Palate

This cocktail is named after a mixtape by Kranium, one of my favourite Dancehall artistss This sour-style cocktail is quite dry, yet well balanced. Starting off strong with grapefruit notes, the Lillet and Rosé come through next to add a touch of sweetness before the Gin takes over. The long finish is accentuated by the spicy black pepper

Ingredients

1.5 oz
Hendrick's Gin

0.5 oz
Lillet Blanc

0.5 oz
Lemon Juice

4 ea
Basil Leaves

4 dash(es)
Grapefruit Bitters

1 dash(es)
Black Pepper Tincture

1.5 oz
Rosé

Instructions

Garnish

Lemon Twist

Build

Shake & Double Strain

Glass

Coupe

Estimated strength

About 18% ABV (estimate)

By Logan

Mixologist

A home enthusiast with a passion for all things tiki! Rum is my favourite poison, but I also love Whiskey, Brandy and just about every other spirit. I'm fairly new to cocktail making but I quickly fell in love with it and enjoy the pursuit of finding my new favourite libation. Cheers! ...

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Gently muddle the basil leaves and gin in a shaker tin. Add everything except the rosé and shake with ice. Double strain into a chilled coupe glass. Top with the Rosé and garnish with a lemon twist

Editor's Note

A modern gin sour brightened with Lillet Blanc and a dry Rosé float. Fresh basil and grapefruit bitters lead to a surprising, spicy black pepper finish.