Thursday, March 25, 2010

To Gin or Not to Gin ...

As a Gin lover, I find that I can add Gin to pretty much any drink and really like it. The question of Gin-ing or not came up recently when trying to finish off a half bottle of French Champagne.

I'd heard that you can pair Champagne and Sloe Gin to produce a light, girly cocktail that is quite refreshing. The recipe is as follows:
Sloe Royale
1 oz Sloe Gin
3 oz Sparkling Wine
berry to garnish

Pour 1 oz Sloe Gin into Champagne flute. Top with 3 oz sparkling wine. Drop in a berry (seasonal) to garnish. Serve.

The problem I have is this. Does the Sloe Gin really enhance the cocktail or would it be better to place a hibiscus flower (that has been candied in syrup) at the bottom of the Champagne glass and top with sparkling wine? I have had both and have a very difficult time choosing a favorite. Maybe I'll just have to do a few more taste tests to see.

Happy Cocktails!

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