Sloe Gin Cocktail
Sloe gin stirred with a whisper of dry vermouth and orange bitters. Ripe plum fruit in a simple, wine-dark glass.
19% ABVMediumCocktails
Easy
Difficulty
3 min
Time
150 Cal
Calories
Flavor profile
Aperitif
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Orange Bitters1 dash
- Dry Vermouth1/4 tsp
- Sloe Gin2 oz
Ingredient substitutions
No exact bottle on the shelf? These swaps keep Sloe Gin Cocktail close to the original.
Instead of Orange Bitters
- Angostura Bitters— spicier, less citrus
Instead of Dry Vermouth
- Blanc Vermouth— slightly sweeter
- Lillet Blanc— lighter, citrusy
Instead of Sloe Gin
- Cherry Brandy— similar dark-fruit sweetness
Instructions
Stir all ingredients with ice.
Strain into a cocktail glass, and serve.
Pairs well with
Tart sloe berries over dry vermouth like a countryside cheese board:
- Plum jam on brie toasts
- Aged cheddar cubes
- Walnut crackers
- Damson fruit leather
Similar taste
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