Liqueur/Spirit | Gluten Free Vegan

Sloe Gin

Prunus spinosa (sloe berry) + Juniperus communis (juniper) Allergen-Free
Sloe Gin

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rosaceae (sloe), Cupressaceae (juniper)
  • Primary Cuisine British, Cocktail
  • Seasonality Year-Round (production); Sloes harvested in Autumn
  • Source Sloe berries, gin (grain alcohol, juniper, botanicals), sugar

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Definition

A red liqueur made by infusing sloe berries (wild plums) in gin, resulting in a sweet, tart, and fruity spirit with almond notes.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, tart, fruity (plum, cherry-like), almond, juniper, spicy
TextureViscous, smooth, syrupy
AromaFruity, almond, juniper, slightly herbaceous
AcidityMedium

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 1 fl oz (30ml)
Calories250 kcal
Total Fat0g
Saturated Fat0g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein0g
Total Carbohydrate25g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars25g
Calcium0mg
Iron0mg
Potassium0mg

Chef’s Secret

Best enjoyed slightly chilled or in cocktails like a Sloe Gin Fizz; the almond notes come from the sloe stone during infusion.

Substitutions

Best Match

Crème de Cassis

1:1

For a sweet, dark berry flavor; lacks gin notes, but similar sweetness/tartness.

Cherry Liqueur

1:1

Offers fruitiness and sweetness, can mimic the stone fruit notes.

Blackberry Liqueur

1:1

Similar dark berry fruitiness, useful in cocktails calling for sloe gin.

Gin + Simple Syrup + Berry Syrup

Varies

DIY option to combine gin's botanicals with desired sweetness and fruit.

Buying Guide

Look for reputable brands; traditional sloe gin will have a deeper flavor profile.

Flavor Pairings

Champagne lemon juice tonic water ginger ale dark chocolate game meats.

Recipes Using Sloe Gin

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Easy Vegan Easy Main Ingredient

Alabama Slammer

Transport your taste buds to a sunny paradise with this vibrant Alabama Slammer! A refreshing and fruity cocktail that tastes just like a sophisticated fruit punch, this easy-to-make drink is perfect for parties, warm evenings, or a quick pick-me-up. Get ready to be amazed by the burst of delicious flavors!

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