
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
1
Serving
Flavor profile
Aperitif
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Orange Bitters· not in your bar1 dash
Or swap: Angostura Bitters — spicier, less citrus
- Dry Vermouth· not in your bar1/4 tsp
Or swap: Blanc Vermouth — slightly sweeter, Lillet Blanc — lighter, citrusy
- Sloe Gin· not in your bar2 oz
Or swap: 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




