Gin Sour: a recipe from the “Sours” family in its gin version.
Recipe
For 1 person
6 cl gin
1.5 cl lemon juice
1.5 cl simple syrup
How to make
Technique: shaker / Glass: old fashioned / Type: short drink (9cl) / Time: 4 mn
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Shake the gin, lemon juice and simple syrup with a few ice cubes.
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Strain into the glass.
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Garnish with half orange slices and berries.
About
The Gin Sour was published in 1862 in "Bar-tenders Guide: How to mix drinks" by Jerry Thomas, it is part of the "Sours", a famous family of cocktails which are still made with a spirit, lemon juice and sugar.