The Clover Club: A Frothy Gin Delight

The Clover Club is a beautiful and balanced cocktail that boasts a rich history and a captivating flavor profile. Gin forms the base, complemented by the sweet and tart notes of raspberry syrup and lemon juice. The addition of egg white creates a signature frothy texture, making this drink a delightful indulgence.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ ounces Gin (London Dry or Plymouth gin are traditional choices)
• ¾ ounces Raspberry Syrup (or adjust to your taste)
• ½ ounce Fresh Lemon Juice
• 1 Egg White (optional, pasteurized if desired)
• Fresh Raspberries (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. There are two common methods for making a Clover Club: with or without a dry shake.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, raspberry syrup, lemon juice, and egg white (if using). Without ice, shake vigorously for 10 seconds to emulsify the egg white. This creates a stable foam that contributes to the drink's signature texture.
3. If you're skipping the dry shake, simply add all ingredients to the shaker at once.
4. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 30 seconds. The outside of the shaker should feel cold.
5. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
6. Garnish with fresh raspberries.

Tips:

• Egg White: While egg white is a traditional ingredient, it's optional. If you're concerned about consuming raw egg whites, you can use a pasteurized option or skip it altogether. The drink will have a slightly different texture without the egg white, but will still be delicious.

• Raspberry Syrup: You can find commercially prepared raspberry syrup, or make your own by simmering fresh or frozen raspberries with sugar and water.

• Sweetness: Adjust the amount of raspberry syrup to your preference. If your syrup is particularly sweet, you may want to use ¾ ounces or even ½ ounce.

• No Strainer? If you don't have a cocktail strainer, you can use a fine-mesh sieve to achieve a similar result.

Embrace the frothy elegance of the Clover Club! This delightful cocktail is a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and refreshing flavors.