Boston Drink Recipe
Written by 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.