Blood Orange Hibiscus Gin Cocktail: A Citrus and Floral Sip

Looking for a cocktail that combines bold flavors and a touch of elegance? Look no further! This Blood Orange Hibiscus Gin Cocktail is the perfect balance of tart citrus, floral depth, and smooth gin. With the vibrant hue of blood orange and the aromatic touch of hibiscus, this drink is sure to impress at your next gathering or as a delightful treat for yourself.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz gin (a floral or citrus-forward gin works best)

• 1/2 oz blood orange puree

• 1/2 oz hibiscus gin syrup (or hibiscus-infused simple syrup)

• Ice

• Blood orange slice (for garnish)

• Hibiscus flower (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Chill Your Glass: Start by placing your glass in the freezer or filling it with ice to chill while you prepare the cocktail.

2. Mix the Cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, blood orange puree, and hibiscus gin syrup. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to thoroughly combine and chill the ingredients.

3. Strain and Serve: Remove the ice from your glass, and strain the cocktail mixture into your chilled glass. A coupe or martini glass works beautifully for this drink, allowing the color to shine through.

4. Top with Fevertree Tonic

5. Garnish: Finish by garnishing with a fresh slice of blood orange on the rim of the glass. For an extra elegant touch, you can float a dried hibiscus flower on top of the drink.

Tips:

• Blood Orange Puree: If fresh blood oranges are not available, you can use pre-made blood orange puree or juice, but for the best flavor, opt for a puree. It’ll provide a thicker consistency and richer flavor.

• Hibiscus Gin Syrup: You can easily make your own hibiscus syrup by brewing dried hibiscus flowers in hot water and then mixing with sugar to your desired sweetness level. Alternatively, store-bought hibiscus syrup works just as well!

Why This Cocktail Works:

The blood orange puree provides a tangy and slightly sweet base, while the hibiscus syrup introduces a lovely floral note that enhances the complexity of the gin. This cocktail is refreshing yet sophisticated, perfect for any season but especially fitting for spring or summer evenings.

Enjoy!

Sip on this Blood Orange Hibiscus Gin Cocktail and let its vibrant flavors and stunning appearance take your cocktail game to the next level. Cheers!