Spiced Vanilla Bean Dream

This Spiced Vanilla Bean Gin Sour is a delightful and aromatic cocktail that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg with the subtle sweetness of vanilla and the zesty tang of lemon. The spiced lemon vanilla simple syrup adds a unique twist to the classic gin sour, making it a perfect choice for anyone looking to enjoy a sophisticated and flavorful drink.

Spiced Vanilla Bean Dream

A delightful and aromatic cocktail that combines warm spices, vanilla, and lemon in a classic gin sour.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Water
  • 3 Cinnamon sticks
  • 6 Cardamom Pods, lightly crushed (or 1/2 teaspoon ground)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg (freshly grated, if possible)
  • 1 Vanilla Bean
  • Juice of 2 Lemons
  • Juice of 1/2 Lemon
  • 1 Egg White
  • 1/2 ounce Spiced Lemon Vanilla Simple Syrup
  • 2 ounces Gin
  • Ice
  • Whole Cardamom Pod, to garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine sugar and water, then add cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, nutmeg, vanilla bean (split and scrape the seeds into the pan, adding the pod as well), and lemon juice.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer gently for 8 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 1 hour.
  4. Pour the syrup through a fine mesh strainer, discarding the solids, and store in airtight container in the refrigerator.
  5. In a cocktail shaker, combine lemon juice, egg white, simple syrup, and gin, then shake for 20 seconds.
  6. Add ice to the shaker and shake again until chilled.
  7. Strain the mixture into a coupe glass and garnish with a cardamom pod or lemon twist.