The Mccelland is a sophisticated Turn of the Century cocktail combining sloe gin, triple sec, and orange bitters. This fruity, balanced aperitif showcases the distinctive plum notes of sloe gin with bright citrus complexity.
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Shake with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.
Cocktails are best consumed immediately after preparation. Store unopened bottles of sloe gin and triple sec in a cool, dark place for years.
cocktail shaker or mixing glass · bar spoon · jigger or measuring cup
Sloe gin is a liqueur made by infusing gin with sloe berries (blackthorn fruit), prized for its deep red color and plum-forward flavor. It's available at most liquor stores in the fortified wine or liqueur section.
Triple sec is essential for the drink's citrus structure, but you can substitute Cointreau (premium triple sec) or Curaçao for a slightly different flavor profile.
Serve it as an aperitif in a coupe or cocktail glass, either chilled and stirred with ice or built in the glass over a single large ice cube.
Yes, sloe gin forms the base at 1.5 oz, making it the dominant spirit, with triple sec and bitters providing balance and complexity.
