Celebrate with our Pink Gin Cocktail recipe! Crafted with gin and a dash of bitters, it epitomizes sophistication in a glass.
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
1 minute
Servings:
1
Calories:
136
Ingredients
- 2 oz cold Gin
- 1 dash Angostura aromatic bitters
- Ice cubes
- Lemon twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Cocktail Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Chill the Glass: Fill your cocktail glass with ice cubes to chill it. Dump the ice after a minute.
- Add Bitters: Add 1 dash Angostura aromatic bitters to the glass.
- Swirl Around: Swirl the bitters around to coat the inside of the glass.
- Pour Gin: Measure and pour 2 oz cold Gin into the glass. (Place the gin in a refrigerator/freezer before or stir it with ice cubes if you want some dilution)
- Garnish: Finish with a lemon twist for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Gin: Sometimes, I run out of traditional gin and use a flavored gin, like a rose or raspberry gin. It gives the drink a different but delightful twist. If you want to experiment, try using vodka – it'll give you a clean base, though it'll lack gin's botanicals.
- Angostura Bitters: In case Angostura isn't on hand, I've also used orange bitters. They bring in a different aroma and flavor, but it varies significantly.
Making a Pitcher:
- Scale: Want to serve 8? Multiply all the ingredients by 8. You'll need 16 oz of gin and 8 dashes of bitters.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the gin and bitters. Stir thoroughly.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into individual chilled cocktail glasses, garnish with a lemon twist, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Gin Substitute: I've found that using non-alcoholic gin substitutes designed to replicate the botanical flavors of gin works best.
- Angostura Bitters Substitute: For a non-alcoholic version, opt for a dash of non-alcoholic aromatic bitters or a mix of grapefruit and orange juices for some zest and bitterness.
- Proceed As Usual: With these non-alcoholic ingredients, follow the original steps for a delightful alcohol-free version.
Making it Vegan:
Luckily, the Pink Gin Cocktail is typically vegan. However, always check the labels of your ingredients. Some gins, though rare, might use animal derivatives in their production or flavoring processes. Stick with reputable brands, and you should be good to go!What is a Pink Gin Cocktail?
Pink Gin Cocktail is a drink with gin and Angostura bitters. Historically favored by the Royal Navy, this drink originated in the 19th century. The distinct pink hue arises from adding the bitters to the gin. While it carries an air of elegance, crafting a Pink Gin Cocktail doesn’t demand expert bartending skills. This time-honored Pink Gin Cocktail recipe is both refined and remarkably straightforward.
What is a Pink Gin Cocktail made of – The ingredients
The concoction of a Pink Gin Cocktail comprises these ingredients:
- Gin: The primary spirit in the cocktail, it provides the aromatic and botanical foundation.
- Angostura Bitters: Added for a hint of spice and complexity, it imparts the cocktail’s characteristic pink hue and balances the gin’s botanicals.
