Gin Lemonade Sour with Blood Orange
A bright and tangy gin sour featuring freshly squeezed blood orange juice, lemon, and simple syrup for a perfect balance of sweet and tart. This cocktails-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 10 minutes brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, blood orange juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz blood orange juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
- 1 large egg white (optional for foam)
- enough to fill shaker ice cubes
- 1, for garnish blood orange wheel
Instructions
- Step 1: Add 2 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 1 oz blood orange juice, and 3/4 oz simple syrup into a cocktail shaker without ice.
- Step 2: If using, add 1 large egg white and dry shake vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify.
- Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake hard for an additional 15 seconds until well chilled and frosty.
- Step 4: Double strain into a chilled coupe glass to achieve a smooth texture.
- Step 5: Garnish by floating a thin blood orange wheel on the surface and gently express a twist of lemon peel over the top, resting it on the rim.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Gin Lemonade Sour with Blood Orange take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Gin Lemonade Sour with Blood Orange?
Refrigerate any leftover gin lemonade sour with blood orange in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Gin Lemonade Sour with Blood Orange?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Gin Lemonade Sour with Blood Orange for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Gin Lemonade Sour with Blood Orange?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
