Sumac Gimlet
A bright, citrus-forward gimlet with a subtle savory edge from ground sumac. Fresh lemon and gin keep it crisp and refreshing, while the sumac adds depth without overpowering.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
Ingredients
2 ounces gin
½ ounce fresh lemon juice
½ ounce simple syrup
¼ teaspoon ground sumac
1 dash orange bitters, optional
Instructions
Add the gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, sumac, and bitters to a shaker filled with ice.
Shake well until fully chilled.
Double strain into a coupe or Nick & Nora glass.
Notes from the Bar
Sumac Flavor Profile
Sumac is bright and citrusy with a gentle tang, similar to lemon zest. It adds complexity without making the drink taste spicy or earthy.
Bitters Optional
Orange bitters are optional here. They add a subtle aromatic layer, but the gimlet stands beautifully on its own without them.
Garnish Tip
Dust a lemon peel lightly with ground sumac before garnishing. It reinforces the flavor visually and aromatically without adding texture to the drink.
Cocktail Term: Double Strain
Double straining means pouring the cocktail through both a shaker strainer and a fine mesh strainer. This removes fine particles of sumac and ice for a smoother finish. → Link to our cocktail strainer
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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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