Cocktail
Clover Club
How to make a Clover Club - the foamy gin cocktail with raspberry syrup, lemon and egg white. Classic recipe for a fruity, elegant drink.
6 minPrep time
mediumDifficulty
CoupeGlass
1Serving(s)
The Clover Club is an elegant gin cocktail from the pre-Prohibition era, named after a gentlemen’s club in Philadelphia. Raspberry syrup and egg white give it its pale pink color and the airy foam crown. Fruity, fresh and silky at once, it is a true treat with style.
Instructions
- Add gin, lemon juice, raspberry syrup and egg white to the shaker.
- First dry shake vigorously without ice (dry shake).
- Add ice and shake vigorously again.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
- Garnish with fresh raspberries and serve.
Garnish: Fresh raspberries
Pro tip: Shake the drink first without ice (dry shake), then with ice - the double shake creates the especially stable, dense foam crown.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Clover Club come from?
The Clover Club was enjoyed in the early 20th century at a gentlemen's club of the same name in Philadelphia and is considered a pre-Prohibition classic.
What is the egg white for in the Clover Club?
The egg white provides a creamy texture and the characteristic pink foam crown, but tastes neutral itself.
Can I use fresh raspberries instead of syrup?
Yes, you can muddle fresh raspberries in the shaker. Then you should add some simple syrup and double strain the drink.
Ingredients
- Gin5 cl
- Fresh lemon juice2 cl
- Raspberry syrup1,5 cl
- Egg white1 piece
- Ice cubesas needed
