Gin & Grapes Coupe
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 7.00 fresh Seedless white grapes
- 0.75 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.33 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
Directions
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Muddle grapes in base of shaker
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Add other ingredients to shaker
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Add ice to shaker
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Shake well
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Fine strain into chilled coupe glass
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Express lemon zest twist over drink and discard
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Garnish with grapes on stick
Cocktail Description
This drink turns fresh white grapes into liquid gold with a shake that pulls their sweet, subtle essence into a crisp gin foundation.
The Gin & Grapes Coupe balances Beefeater's juniper-forward backbone with the gentle, floral sweetness of Lillet Blanc and the natural fruitiness of muddled grapes. Lemon juice cuts through the richness while cane syrup rounds everything out, creating a cocktail that's refreshing without being heavy and sophisticated without being fussy. It's perfect for early evening aperitif hours, garden parties, or anytime you want something that feels special but won't weigh you down before dinner. The technique is straightforward—muddle, shake, strain—making it accessible for home bartenders who can handle basic shaking and straining. This coupe pairs beautifully with light appetizers like oysters, soft cheeses, charcuterie, or anything with bright, acidic flavors that won't compete with the drink's delicate grape notes. The discarded lemon twist adds aromatic oils to the drink's surface, while the grape garnish reinforces the cocktail's fruit-forward personality.
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