Sipping in Petal Perfection: Crafting the Rose Clover Club Cocktail
Satiate your tastebuds with refined elegance and delicate flavors with the Rose Clover Club Cocktail. A modern twist on the classic Clover Club, this enchanting libation introduces the floral notes of rose syrup to the harmonious blend of gin, fresh lemon juice, and raspberry syrup.
The result is a captivating concoction that marries the botanical essence of gin with the sweet sophistication of roses, creating a drink that transcends tradition and invites you to savor every sip. It’s an exquisite blend of flavors, where the rich history of the Clover Club meets the timeless allure of rose-infused indulgence.
Rose Clover Club Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 2 oz gin
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz raspberry syrup
- 1/2 oz rose syrup
- 1 egg white
- Ice cubes
- Garnish: Dehydrated raspberries for the rim.
Instructions:
- Combine the gin, fresh lemon juice, raspberry syrup, rose syrup, and egg white in a cocktail shaker.
- Vigorously vigorously dry shake (shake without ice) for about 10-15 seconds. This helps emulsify the egg white for a frothy texture.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake again for 10-15 seconds to chill the mixture.
- Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish: Use the dehydrated raspberries for the rim. Crush them on a dish and dip glass rim onto them to create an added visual.
- Enjoy your Rose Clover Club Cocktail!
You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less rose syrup according to your taste preferences. Cheers!
Rose Clover Club Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 oz non-alcoholic gin alternative
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz raspberry syrup
- 1/2 oz rose syrup
- 1 oz pasteurized egg white substitute (or aquafaba for a vegan option)
- Ice cubes
- Garnish: Dehydrated raspberries for the rim.
Instructions:
- Combine the non-alcoholic gin alternative in a cocktail shaker, fresh lemon juice, raspberry syrup, rose syrup, and pasteurized egg white substitute.
- Vigorously vigorously dry shake (shake without ice) for about 10-15 seconds. This helps create a frothy texture in the mocktail.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake again for 10-15 seconds to chill the mixture.
- Strain the mocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish: Use the dehydrated raspberries for the rim. Crush them on a dish and dip glass rim onto them to create an added visual.
- Sip and enjoy the refreshing and floral notes of the Rose Clover Club Mocktail!
Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less rose syrup according to your preferences. Cheers to a delightful, alcohol-free experience!
Did you know?
The cocktail gained fame during the Prohibition era in the United States when combining gin and other ingredients helped mask the taste of homemade and sometimes questionable spirits.
A little history:
The Clover Club cocktail has a fascinating history that traces back to the early 20th century, during the pre-Prohibition era in the United States. It’s closely associated with the Clover Club, a gentlemen’s club in Philadelphia that was a meeting place for prominent figures such as writers, lawyers, and businessmen.
The cocktail itself is believed to have originated around the 1890s and became a signature drink of the Clover Club. The recipe traditionally included gin, raspberry syrup, lemon juice, and egg whites. The egg white contributed a frothy texture, creating a visually appealing and luxurious cocktail.
During the Prohibition era (1920-1933), when the production and sale of alcoholic beverages were banned in the United States, the Clover Club cocktail gained even more popularity.
While the Clover Club cocktail saw a decline in popularity after Prohibition, it experienced a resurgence in the early 21st century as craft cocktail culture gained momentum. Bartenders and enthusiasts began revisiting classic recipes, which renewed interest in this historic and sophisticated cocktail, with variations of the Clover Club, like the Rose Clover Club.
