Refresh yourself with this quick Boxcar drink recipe! Blend Gin, triple sec, lemon juice, grenadine, and egg white for a delightful spring cocktail.
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
1 minute
Servings:
1
Calories:
203
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Gin
- ¾ oz Triple Sec
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
- ¼ oz grenadine
- 1 egg - use the white, discard the yolk
- Ice cubes
- Lemon twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Measuring Jigger
- Strainer & Fine-strainer
- Coupe Glass
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Stir some ice into your coupe glass in order to chill it.
- Add Egg White: Crack 1 egg and add the egg white to the shaker.
- Add Grenadine: Pour in ¼ oz grenadine.
- Add Lemon Juice: Add ¾ oz fresh lemon juice to the mix.
- Add Triple Sec: Measure and pour ¾ oz Triple Sec into the shaker.
- Add Gin: Pour 1½ oz Gin into the shaker.
- Shake Vigorously: Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds to create a frothy texture.
- Prep Shaker: Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake Again: Shake your mixture with ice to dilute and chill
- Strain: Fine strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish: Place a lemon twist on the rim of the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Gin: If you don't have Gin, try using vodka for a cleaner taste or rum for a sweeter profile.
- Triple Sec: Cointreau is a perfect substitute, or you can use Grand Marnier for a richer flavor.
- Lemon Juice: Fresh lime juice can replace lemon juice if needed; it adds a slightly different but refreshing citrus note.
- Grenadine: Pomegranate juice with a simple syrup can stand in for grenadine if you're out.
- Egg White: I've used aquafaba (the liquid from canned chickpeas) as an excellent vegan alternative for those who prefer not to use raw egg whites.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Gin Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gin substitute; these are available and reasonably mimic Gin's botanicals.
- Triple Sec Substitute: Opt for an orange-flavored non-alcoholic syrup.
- 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:
- Egg White Substitute: Use aquafaba (the liquid from canned chickpeas) instead of egg white; it creates a similar frothy texture without animal products.
- Proceed As Usual: Follow the original steps using aquafaba in place of egg white to make a vegan-friendly Boxcar drink.
What is a Boxcar drink?
A Boxcar drink is a gin-based cocktail made of Gin, triple sec, lemon juice, grenadine, and egg white. It’s easy to make; the steps are straightforward and involve simple ingredients. Adding egg white gives it a frothy texture that differentiates it from other cocktails.
What is a Boxcar drink made of – The ingredients
Gather these items to craft a Boxcar drink:
- Gin: Provides the botanical base and primary spirit for the cocktail.
- Triple Sec: Adds a sweet, citrusy flavor that complements the Gin.
- Lemon Juice: Brings a tart, refreshing acidity to balance the sweetness.
- Grenadine: Adds a touch of sweetness and a beautiful red hue.
- Egg White: Creates a frothy texture and smooth mouthfeel.
