Sloe Gin Fizz

Pro tips

• Chill your glass with ice before building the drink to keep it cold longer.
• Freshly squeezed lemon juice makes a noticeable difference in balance and brightness.
• Add soda water last and stir gently to preserve carbonation and fizz.

Substitutions

• Old Mr. Boston Sloe Gin → any sloe gin brand (Tanqueray or Gordon's sloe gin work well)
• Powdered sugar → simple syrup, 1 tsp (smoother texture, less graininess)
• Fresh lemon juice → bottled lemon juice (less bright, but acceptable in a pinch)

Equipment

cocktail shaker (optional; can be stirred in a glass) · jigger or shot glass for measuring

What is sloe gin and where can I buy it?

Sloe gin is a liqueur made by infusing gin with sloe berries (blackthorn fruit). It's available at most liquor stores; Old Mr. Boston is a widely accessible brand.

Can I make a Sloe Gin Fizz without a cocktail shaker?

Yes. Stir the sloe gin, lemon juice, and powdered sugar in a tall glass with ice, then top with soda water and stir gently.

What can I use instead of powdered sugar?

Use 1 tsp of simple syrup or regular granulated sugar dissolved in a small amount of water. The drink will taste slightly less smooth but still work.

Should this be served with soda water or club soda?

Club soda and soda water are interchangeable for this cocktail. Both add the fizz; use whichever you have on hand.