Spirits Gin Plum Gin Fizz 5.0 (2) 2 Reviews This fruity gin fizz isn't overly sweet, allowing the flavor of the caramelized plums to shine. A botanical gin works well with the fruit in this cocktail, adding herbaceous and fruity notes. To play up the deep color of the plums, try Empress 1908, a royal purple–hued, botanical-style spirit. For a vegan version, in place of the egg white, substitute 3 tablespoons unsalted or low-sodium aquafaba. (Note that you won't get quite as much foam.) The same roast-and-puree technique can be used for more stone fruits, such as apricots and sour cherries. By Hannah Selinger Published on July 28, 2022 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Photo by Kelsey Hansen / Food Styling by Lauren McAnelly / Prop Styling by Sue Mitchell Active Time: 20 mins Total Time: 55 mins Servings: 1 Ingredients Plum Puree 2 pounds fresh plums, halved and pitted ⅓ cup granulated sugar Cocktail ¼ cup (2 ounces) gin (such as Empress 1908, The Botanist, or Hendrick's Midsummer Solstice) 1 large egg white 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Ice cubes ¼ cup club soda 1 lavender sprig, for garnish Directions Make the plum puree: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss together plums and sugar on a large rimmed baking sheet until fully coated; spread in a single layer. Roast in preheated oven until fruit is soft and juicy, about 10 minutes, stirring halfway through roasting time. Let cool 5 minutes. Scrape fruit and any liquid on baking sheet into a food processor or blender; pulse until smooth, 5 to 8 pulses. Pour through a fine wire-mesh strainer into a medium bowl, pressing puree using a rubber spatula. (This may take about 10 minutes.) Discard pulp. Refrigerate, uncovered, until completely cool, about 20 minutes. (You should have about 2 cups plum puree, enough for 9 cocktails.) Make the cocktail: Combine gin, egg white, lemon juice, and 31/2 tablespoons plum puree in a dry cocktail shaker without ice. Place lid on shaker; shake vigorously to combine, about 15 seconds. Add enough ice to shaker to fill three-fourths of the way up. Place lid on shaker, and shake until well chilled, about 10 seconds. Strain into a chilled highball glass filled with ice. Top with club soda, and garnish with lavender sprig. Make Ahead Plum puree may be stored in an airtight container in refrigerator up to 1 week. Rate it Print