The Lemon Drizzle Sour Gin

A Citrus Gin Sour Inspired by Lemon Drizzle Cake

Bright, silky and indulgent, the Lemon Drizzle Sour is a vibrant twist on the classic gin sour. Fresh lemon juice meets fragrant grapefruit zest and smooth vanilla syrup to create a cocktail that tastes like lemon drizzle cake in a glass. Made with Toca Vida Gin, this citrus-forward serve balances sharp freshness with soft, creamy sweetness. It is refined enough for entertaining yet simple enough to shake at home.

What sets it apart from a traditional gin sour is its layered citrus complexity and gentle dessert-like warmth. The addition of grapefruit zest enhances brightness and aroma, while vanilla syrup introduces a subtle cake-inspired undertone. The result is a more expressive, aromatic citrus cocktail with a smoother, rounded finish that lingers beautifully on the palate.

Recipe:

  • 50ml Toca Vida Gin

  • 20ml Lemon Juice

  • 20ml Vanilla Syrup

  • 2-3 drops foamer / 1 egg white

  • 1 lemon zest / wheel

Directions:

  1. Chill your coupe / cocktail glass.

  2. Add all of our ingredients to your cocktail shaker.

  3. Fill your shaker with cubed ice, seal and give a vigorous shake. Top Tip: Your cocktail is shaken to perfection when you tin starts to form a frost on the outside.

  4. Separate your tins and fine strain into your chilled coupe/ cocktail glass

  5. Garnish with lemon wheel or zest.

When to Serve a Lemon Drizzle Sour

  • Afternoon entertaining

  • Dinner parties

  • Celebrations and birthdays

  • As a dessert-style cocktail

  • Spring and summer gatherings

It pairs beautifully with light desserts, shortbread, or citrus-based dishes.

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