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Cocktail History
The Clover Club is a classic cocktail that was created in the late 1800s. It’s traditionally made with gin, citrus, grenadine, sugar, and egg white, and it was named for the men’s club in Philadelphia whose patrons used to meet up in the bar of the Bellevue-Stratford Hotel up until World Word I. Even with its bright pink color, the drink was a go-to back then that was as beloved as the Pisco Sour and Ramos Gin Fizz in its time.
Cocktail Ingredients
To make this cocktail, you’ll need the following ingredients:
Gin: This is a spirit made with juniper berries, botanicals, and alcohol. I used Far North Spirits Solveig Gin.
Lemon Juice: This is the liquid juice of a lemon. I used freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Raspberry Syrup: This is a sweetener made with raspberries, white sugar, citric acid, and water. I used this sous vide recipe.
Egg White: This is the clear liquid in an egg. I used fresh egg whites.
Lemon Peel: This the peel of a lemon that has been cut into a strip.
Raspberries: This is a small pink fruit. I used fresh raspberries.
Bartending Tools
To make this cocktail, you’ll need the following bar tools:
Bar Mat: This is a rubber or silicone mat that’s placed on the bar surface to catch spills, provide grip for glasses and tools, and keep the workspace clean and organized. I used the Highball & Chaser 18×12 Bar Mat.
Jigger: This is a small, double-sided measuring tool that’s used to accurately portion spirits and mixers, typically with one side measuring 1 oz and the other 1.5 or 2 oz. I used the Japanese jigger from the A Bar Above 14-Piece Silver Bar Set.
Boston Shaker: This is a two-piece cocktail shaker consisting of a metal tin and a glass or metal mixing glass that’s used for shaking and blending ingredients. I used the Boston shaker from the A Bar Above 14-Piece Silver Bar Set.
Hawthorne Strainer: This is a metal strainer with a spring around its edge that’s used to filter out ice and solids when pouring the cocktail into a glass. I used the A Bar Above Hawthorne Strainer.
Paring Knife: This is a small, sharp kitchen knife with a narrow blade that’s used for peeling, trimming, and garnishing. I used the OXO Good Grips 3.5 Inch Paring Knife.
Juicer: This is a handheld tool that’s used to extract juice from fruits by pressing or twisting it against a reamer or cone. I used the ALEEHAI Manual Fruit Juicer.
Peeler: This is a small, handheld tool with a sharp blade that’s used to remove the outer skin of fruits and vegetables. I used the OXO Good Grips 2-Piece Peeler Set.
Cocktail Pick: This is a small, slender tool that’s used to skewer cocktail garnishes. I used one from the I-MART Stainless Steel Cocktail Pick Set.
Coupe Glass: This is a stemmed, shallow, wide-bowled glass that’s designed to enhance aroma and presentation. I used a thrifted cocktail glass.
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Tasting Notes
This cocktail has the following flavor profile:
• Appearance: Bright pink color
• Aroma: Slight gin botanicals and citrus
• Taste: Bright and tart berry flavor that evolves into juniper, herbs, and tangy lemon
• Finish: Raspberry and gin aftertaste with a frothy mouthfeel
Kendall’s Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Kendall’s Take: “As expected, the taste of the Clover Club is exactly as it sounds—tart and delightfully frothy. I made mine with a local gin from Far North Spirits, one of my favorites that’s light and botanical with citrus notes that make it great in fruity recipes. I think just about any gin will be delicious with raspberry though.”
Recipe
This cocktail recipe was adapted from The Art of Vintage Cocktails by Stephanie Rosenbaum.
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Clover Club
The Clover Club is a classic cocktail that was created in the late 1800s. It's traditionally made with gin, citrus, grenadine, sugar, and egg white, and it was named for the men's club in Philadelphia whose patrons used to meet up in the bar of the Bellevue-Stratford Hotel up until World Word I. Even with its bright pink color, the drink was a go-to back then that was as beloved as the Pisco Sour and Ramos Gin Fizz in its time.
Ingredients
Method
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Add gin, lemon juice, raspberry syrup, egg white, and cubed ice to a shaker.
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Shake for 10-20 seconds.
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Remove ice from shaker.
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Dry shake for 5-10 more seconds to emulsify egg.
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Strain into a goblet or cocktail glass.
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Garnish with lemon peel and raspberries.
