Gin & Sinister

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Gin & Sinister cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, Romana Black Sambuca Liqueur, Rose's lime cordial in a Old-Fashioned.

Curiada Ingredients

1.75 fl oz Beefeater London Dry Gin or alternative
0.50 fl oz Romana Black Sambuca Liqueur or alternative

Other Ingredients

0.50 fl oz Rose's lime cordial

Directions

Add ice to mixing glass
Add all ingredients to mixing glass
Stir well with bar spoon
Fill old-fashioned glass with fresh ice
Strain mixture into ice-filled old-fashioned glass

Cocktail Description

Enter the darkly elegant world of the Gin & Sinister, where London dry meets licorice in a mysteriously delicious union.

This cocktail combines the botanical punch of Beefeater London Dry Gin with the anise-forward intensity of Romana Black Sambuca, all brightened by Rose's lime cordial for a perfectly balanced sip. The flavor profile walks a tightrope between herbal gin notes and rich, dark licorice sweetness, with the lime adding just enough acid to keep things interesting. It's surprisingly approachable to make at home, requiring just a simple stir with ice before straining into an ice-filled Old-Fashioned glass. The Gin & Sinister shines as an after-dinner drink on cool autumn evenings or as a conversation starter at intimate gatherings where its distinctive black appearance commands attention. Pair this cocktail with rich desserts featuring dark chocolate or serve it alongside a cheese board featuring aged gouda or blue cheese, whose strong flavors can stand up to the cocktail's bold personality.