Refresh yourself with this Pink Lady Cocktail recipe! Blend gin, applejack, lemon juice, Grenadine, and egg white for a perfect spring drink.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 2 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 194
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Gin
- ½ oz Applejack
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz grenadine
- 1 egg - discard the yolk
- Ice cubes
- Cherry - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Measuring Jigger
- Strainer & Fine-strainer
- Coupe Glass
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Chill your coupe glass.
- Add Egg White: Crack 1 egg and add the egg white to the shaker.
- Add Lemon Juice: Add ¾ oz fresh lemon juice.
- Add Grenadine: Pour in ½ oz grenadine.
- Add Applejack: Measure and pour ½ oz Applejack 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 the mixture one more time for about 15 seconds.
- Strain and Serve: Fine strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish: Place a cherry on top for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Gin: If you don't have gin, try using vodka for a cleaner taste, though it will lack the botanical notes.
- Applejack: I've used brandy as a substitute for applejack; it works well but gives a slightly different flavor profile.
- Lemon Juice: Lime juice can be used instead of lemon juice in a pinch, though it will alter the taste slightly.
- Grenadine: You can make homemade Grenadine by boiling pomegranate juice with sugar until it thickens.
- Egg White: For those who prefer not to use raw egg whites, aquafaba (the liquid from canned chickpeas) works surprisingly well as a vegan alternative.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Gin Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gin substitute; these are available and reasonably mimic gin's botanicals.
- Applejack Substitute: Opt for apple cider or apple juice to replace applejack.
- 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 using animal products.
- Proceed As Usual: Follow the original steps using aquafaba in place of egg white to make a vegan-friendly Cocktail.
What is a Pink Lady Cocktail?
A Pink Lady Cocktail is a gin-based classic cocktail made of gin, applejack, lemon juice, Grenadine, and egg white: This drink is known for its beautiful pink hue and balanced flavor profile, making it visually appealing and delicious.
What is a Pink Lady Cocktail made of – The ingredients
You’ll need these ingredients to prepare a Pink Lady Cocktail:
- Gin: Provides the botanical base and primary spirit for the cocktail.
- Applejack: Adds a hint of apple flavor and depth to the drink.
- Lemon Juice: Contributes acidity and freshness, balancing the sweetness.
- Grenadine: Sweetens the cocktail and gives it its signature pink color.
- Egg White: Creates a frothy texture and smooth mouthfeel.
