Beet Gin Sour
Bright and approachable with earthy depth. Fresh lemon and gin lift the subtle sweetness of beetroot, finished with a silky foam and a striking natural color.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
Beetroot Syrup
Ingredients
1 cup warm water
1 to 2 teaspoons beetroot powder
¾ cup sugar
Peel of 1 orange
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
In a bowl or measuring cup, whisk the beetroot powder into the warm water until fully dissolved.
Strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer or coffee filter to remove any remaining solids.
Transfer the liquid to a small saucepan and add the sugar and orange peel.
Heat gently, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved. Do not boil.
Remove from heat, stir in the lemon juice, and let cool completely.
Strain out the orange peel, then transfer to a sealed jar or bottle. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Beet Gin Sour
Ingredients
2 ounces gin
¾ ounce fresh lemon juice
½ ounce beetroot syrup
1 egg white, optional
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a shaker.
Dry shake vigorously if using egg white.
Add ice and shake again until well chilled.
Double strain into a chilled coupe.
Notes from the Bar
Beet Flavor Control
For vibrant color with very subtle beet flavor, use 1 teaspoon of beetroot powder in the syrup. For a more pronounced earthy note, use 2 teaspoons. → Link to our favorite beetroot powder
Why Straining Matters
Straining the hydrated beetroot powder before heating prevents grit and keeps the syrup smooth and clean on the palate.
Gin Pairing
We recommend Hendrick’s gin for this cocktail. Its soft cucumber and rose notes balance the earthy beetroot without overpowering the drink.
Cocktail Glue
For a bold, opaque finish, brush a thin layer of cocktail glue onto the outside rim of the glass, then gently dip or roll the glass in beetroot powder. This is the method we used for the photos and gives the most saturated color.
Cocktail Glue: Mix ¾ oz Cointreau, 15 g (about 1 tsp) agave or honey, and 0.5 g citric acid (a small pinch) in a small jar. This mixture is shelf stable and can be stored in your pantry or bar cabinet for future use. → Link to small paint brush
For a Softer Glass Accent Option
For a softer, more diffused effect, mix equal parts water and simple syrup in a small spray bottle. Lightly spritz the outside of the glass, then sift beetroot powder over the surface using a fine mesh sifter.
→ Link to spray bottle
→ Link to powder sifter
Garnish Options
A lemon twist keeps things bright. A few drops of bitters across the foam add visual contrast and a gentle aromatic layer.
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Make It a Date Nite
This cocktail is part of something bigger for us. It's a ritual we return to week after week.
Each week, we create a Date Nite designed around one drink, one thoughtful menu, and the feeling of slowing down together. The kind of night where the table is set with intention, the music hums softly in the background, and the evening unfolds without rushing.
For this Date Nite, we’ve paired a cocktail with a cozy, make-ahead-friendly menu, so you can enjoy the process without spending the whole night in the kitchen. We also include little touches we love like timing notes, a head start option, and a playlist to set the mood. Feel to pair the meal with any of our cocktails.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence. And turning an ordinary night at home into something that feels quietly special.
Each Date Nite includes a curated menu, cocktail pairing and a playlist, as well as another thoughtful extras like make-ahead tips, leftover ideas or table talk prompts to carry the night.
Kevin & Kate
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