Zesty Finger Lime Gin Sour
A sour is a classic style of cocktail that beautifully balances the tang of citrus with the smooth warmth of spirits — simple, elegant, and endlessly versatile. In our Zesty Finger Lime Gin Sour, we’ve given this timeless drink a fresh Australian twist using native finger limes. Sometimes called “citrus caviar” for their delicate, jewel-like pearls, finger limes are bursting with zesty flavour and a bright, aromatic aroma. You’ll often find them in good fresh produce markets like Harris Farm or at specialty grocers, and they’re well worth seeking out for the way they lift this cocktail into something truly special.
Ingredients
- 50ml L16 Organic Gin
- 25ml fresh lime juice
- 20ml sugar syrup (1:1)
- ½ fresh finger lime (scooped pearls only)
- 1 egg white (or 20ml aquafaba for vegan version)
- Lime zest or dried finger lime slice (for garnish)
Instructions
- Add gin, lime juice, sugar syrup, egg white, and finger lime pearls to a shaker (no ice).
- Dry shake hard for 15 seconds to emulsify.
- Add ice and shake again until well chilled.
- Double strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass.
- Garnish with lime zest or a dried finger lime slice.
