BLACKTHORNE SOUR

Name: BLACKTHORNE SOUR
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups Shaved ice (Quantity estimated to fill a large bar glass 2/3 full.); 4 dashes Lime juice or lemon juice (Freshly squeezed recommended.); 1 teaspoon Pineapple syrup (Originally '1 teaspoonful'.); 1/2 teaspoon Green Chartreuse (Originally '1/2 teaspoonful'.); 1.5 ounces Sloe Gin (Originally '1 jigger'. Converted to modern standard measurement (1.5 oz).); 1 piece Fresh fruit (For garnish (e.g., lemon slice, cherry, or pineapple wedge).)

This sophisticated pre-Prohibition cocktail combines the tart berry notes of sloe gin with the complex herbal depth of Green Chartreuse for a truly unique flavor profile. The addition of pineapple syrup and fresh citrus juice creates a refreshing balance of sweet and sour that distinguishes this drink from standard sours. Served chilled in a stemmed glass and garnished with fresh fruit, it makes for an elegant and aromatic aperitif.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups Shaved ice (Quantity estimated to fill a large bar glass 2/3 full.)
4 dashes Lime juice or lemon juice (Freshly squeezed recommended.)
1 teaspoon Pineapple syrup (Originally '1 teaspoonful'.)
1/2 teaspoon Green Chartreuse (Originally '1/2 teaspoonful'.)
1.5 ounces Sloe Gin (Originally '1 jigger'. Converted to modern standard measurement (1.5 oz).)
1 piece Fresh fruit (For garnish (e.g., lemon slice, cherry, or pineapple wedge).)

Instructions

1Fill a large bar glass (mixing glass) approximately 2/3 full with shaved ice.
2Add the lime or lemon juice, pineapple syrup, Green Chartreuse, and Sloe Gin to the ice-filled glass.
3Stir the mixture well to chill and dilute slightly. Strain the liquid into a Claret glass (or a chilled wine/sour glass).
4Ornament the drink with a piece of fresh fruit and serve immediately.