Get ready to enjoy fall with our simple Boston Drink recipe! The blend of Gin, apricot brandy, lemon juice, and grenadine creates a refreshing drink perfect for the season.
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
1 minute
Servings:
1
Calories:
168
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Gin
- ¾ oz Apricot Brandy
- 1 tsp grenadine
- ¾ oz lemon juice
- Ice cubes
- Lemon twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Strainer & Fine-strainer
- Martini Glass
- Measuring Jigger
Instructions
- Fill a martini glass with ice, stir and put aside.
- Add 1 tsp grenadine to a shaker.
- Pour ¾ oz lemon juice.
- Follow with ¾ oz Apricot Brandy.
- Finish with 1½ oz Gin.
- Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake vigorously until well mixed and chilled.
- Discard the ice from the martini glass.
- Fine strain the mixture into the martini glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Gin: If you don't have Gin, vodka can be a good substitute, although it will slightly change the cocktail's flavor profile.
- Apricot Brandy: Peach or apple brandy can be used as substitutes for apricot brandy if needed.
- Grenadine: A simple syrup made from pomegranate juice can be used as a substitute for grenadine.
Making a Pitcher of Boston Drink:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 12 oz of Gin, 6 oz of apricot brandy, 8 tsp of grenadine, and 6 oz of lemon juice.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine all the ingredients with ice and stir well.
- Serve: Strain the mixture into individual chilled martini glasses, garnish with a lemon twist, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Gin Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gin substitute; these are available and reasonably mimic Gin's botanicals.
- Apricot Brandy Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic juice or a simple syrup infused with apricot essence.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Grenadine: Ensure that the grenadine you're using is vegan. Some brands use animal products in their processing. Look for brands that specifically state they are vegan-friendly.
- Proceed as usual. Once you've ensured that all your ingredients are vegan, follow the original steps to enjoy a delicious vegan Boston Cocktail.
What is a Boston Drink?
A Boston Cocktail is a gin-based mixed drink made of Gin, apricot brandy, grenadine, and lemon juice. It’s not difficult to make as it only requires simply shaking the ingredients with ice and straining them into a cocktail glass. One exciting aspect of the Boston Cocktail is its balance between sweet and sour flavors, achieved by combining apricot brandy and lemon juice against the backdrop of dry Gin.
What is a Boston Drink made of – The ingredients
Get these ingredients ready if you’re making a Boston Drink:
- Gin: The primary spirit in a Boston Cocktail gives the drink its botanical flavor.
- Apricot Brandy: This ingredient adds a sweet, fruity note to the cocktail, balancing out the sharpness of the Gin.
- Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds tangy acidity, enhancing the other flavors and freshness to the drink.
- Grenadine: A sweet, red syrup made from pomegranates, grenadine gives the Boston Cocktail its distinctive pink hue and adds an extra layer of sweetness.
