Fig & Thyme Gin Sour
A seasonal twist on the gin sour. Figs, thyme, and honey syrup for floral sweetness, and lemon keeps it bright and balanced.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
Ingredients
2 oz gin
¾ oz fresh lemon juice
½ oz honey syrup (1:1 honey + hot water, cooled)
1 tbsp fig preserves (or 1–2 fresh figs, muddled)
1 egg white (optional, for foam)
Thyme sprig + fig slice, for garnish
Instructions
If using fresh figs, muddle them in the bottom of a shaker. If using fig preserves, add directly to shaker.
Add gin, lemon juice, honey syrup, and egg white (if using).
Dry shake (no ice) for 15 seconds to emulsify.
Add ice and shake again until well chilled and frothy.
Double strain into a coupe or Nick & Nora glass.
Garnish with a thyme sprig and fig slice.
Notes from the Bar
Fresh vs. Preserves
Black Mission figs give a speckled look and rustic texture, while preserves make the drink smoother and more consistent.
Honey Syrup Balance
Honey syrup adds warmth and floral depth, keeping the cocktail lighter and less sugary than simple syrup.
Egg White Optional
The egg white creates a silky foam cap, but skipping it still delivers a delicious, balanced sour.
Herbal Accent
Fresh thyme isn’t just for garnish—it adds an earthy aroma that complements the gin’s botanicals.
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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.
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Kevin & Kate
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