Elevate Your Cocktail Game with the Bachelor Pad

A Sophisticated Twist on the Classic Gin Sour

Imagine a drink that’s as sophisticated as it is refreshing – sweet, frothy, and bursting with citrus flavor. The Bachelor Pad is a uniquely delicious variation on the classic gin sour, hailing from the renowned bar, The Dead Rabbit.

The Perfect Gin

At the heart of the Bachelor Pad is a top-notch gin with a floral character and citrus notes. A gin with a complex flavor profile sets the tone for this exceptional cocktail.

Adding Depth and Dimension

To take the Bachelor Pad to the next level, cream sherry and poppy seed syrup are introduced. The cream sherry brings a sweeter, darker, and more luscious variety of the classic Spanish fortified wine, while the poppy seed syrup adds a sweet, nutty dimension to the drink. The result is a rich, velvety texture that’s simply irresistible.

Brightening Things Up

A splash of fragrant fruit liqueur, tasting of ripe red grapefruit, adds a welcome burst of citrus freshness to the mix. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice rounds out the flavors, creating a beautifully balanced cocktail.

The Secret to a Silky Smooth Finish

The key to achieving the Bachelor Pad’s signature frothiness lies in the addition of an egg white. To ensure the egg white is fully incorporated and properly foamy, it’s essential to “dry shake” all the ingredients first. Then, add ice and shake again to chill the drink. Remember to use trusted, safe, organic sources for the eggs.

Get Ready to Shake Things Up

With these simple yet elegant ingredients, you’re just minutes away from creating a cocktail that’s sure to impress:

Ingredients:

For the poppy seed syrup:

• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon ground poppy seeds

For the Bachelor Pad:

• 1/2 ounce cream sherry
• 1/2 ounce fragrant fruit liqueur
• 3/4 ounce lemon juice
• 3/4 ounce poppy seed syrup
• 2 ounces top-notch gin
• Egg white
• Crushed ice

Instructions:

To make the poppy seed syrup:

1. Combine sugar, water, and poppy seeds in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Stir until sugar is dissolved, then remove from heat and let cool.
3. Strain the poppy seeds and store the syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

To make the Bachelor Pad:

1. Combine cream sherry, fragrant fruit liqueur, lemon juice, poppy seed syrup, gin, and egg white in a cocktail shaker.
2. Vigorously shake for 15-20 seconds (the “dry shake” step).
3. Add a handful of crushed ice to the shaker and shake again for 15 seconds.
4. Strain into a chilled coupe and serve.

Time to Get Creative

Now that you’ve mastered the Bachelor Pad, why not experiment with other gin-based cocktails? Try experimenting with different combinations of ingredients to create your own unique flavors.