Ruby Fizz: The Ultimate Sloe Gin Fizz Cocktail with Raspberry & Luxuriously Foamy Egg White
A Dazzling Sloe Gin Cocktail for Every Occasion
Prepare to be enchanted by the **Ruby Fizz**, a captivating sloe gin cocktail that effortlessly combines elegance with a burst of vibrant flavor. This stunning drink is a masterpiece, crafted with the rich, berry notes of **sloe gin**, a delicate whisper of sweet raspberry syrup, the bright tang of freshly squeezed and sieved lemon juice, and the perfect effervescent finish from crisp soda water. What truly sets the Ruby Fizz apart is its signature touch: a silky, whipped egg white layer, meticulously shaken to create a gorgeous pink foam that crowns the drink. More than just a delight for your palate, this refreshing **sloe gin fizz with egg white** is an absolute feast for the eyes, promising a luxurious experience in every sip.
Are you ready to unlock the secrets behind that impeccable foam and mesmerizing ruby-red hue? Let’s dive in and create cocktail perfection together…
My admiration for sloe gin runs deep, and if you’ve explored my collection, you’ll know why. Perhaps you’ve already discovered the delightful **Raspberry Gin and Tonic** or embraced the spooky charm of my **Sloe Screw Halloween Cocktail**? Both are wonderful expressions of gin’s versatility, bursting with luscious berry goodness that any gin enthusiast would adore. However, this particular **sloe gin summer cocktail**, the Ruby Fizz, truly stands in a league of its own. It’s light, bright, and utterly invigorating, making it the quintessential drink for leisurely sips on a sunny patio, surrounded by good company and warm, golden sunshine. Its balanced sweetness and tartness, combined with the luxurious foam, create an experience that feels both indulgent and effortlessly refreshing.
You’ll find this dazzling creation nestled within my ever-expanding **cocktail collection**. I invite you to take a closer look if you’re planning a chic garden gathering, a relaxing Friday night wind-down, or any cheerful summer celebration that calls for a touch of sparkle. The Ruby Fizz pairs beautifully with treats that share its playful and pretty aesthetic, like my charming **Pink Cookies** or a chilled, creamy slice of **No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake**. Together, they form a match truly made in pink heaven, elevating any occasion into something truly special.
And here’s a valuable kitchen tip that I swear by, promoting both efficiency and zero-waste: don’t discard those leftover egg yolks! Instead, carefully transfer them into a freezer-safe container, labeling it clearly with the date. Once you’ve accumulated a few, you’ll have a convenient stash ready for future baking adventures, such as whipping up a rich, buttery bundt cake or a batch of wonderfully fluffy muffins. It’s a simple way to minimize waste and maximize culinary joy. Now, with your ingredients at the ready and your prettiest **glasses** gleaming, let’s gather our tools because we’re about to mix up a cocktail that’s as enchanting to behold as it is to savor.
🥘 Essential Ingredients for Your Ruby Fizz
- Sloe gin: This isn’t just any gin; it’s a vibrant, ruby-red liqueur made by infusing sloe berries (blackthorn fruits) in gin, often with sugar. Its rich, slightly tart, and sweet berry profile is the very heart of our Ruby Fizz, giving it both its stunning color and unmistakable flavor. Choose a high-quality sloe gin for the best results, as its depth will truly shine through.
- Raspberry syrup: This ingredient adds a layer of delightful sweetness and intensifies the natural berry notes present in the sloe gin. Whether you opt for a homemade version (either cooked for depth or even a quick no-cook method) or a convenient store-bought option, ensure it’s a good quality syrup to enhance the cocktail’s overall flavor profile.
- Fresh lemon juice: The bright, zesty acidity of freshly squeezed lemon juice is crucial for balancing the sweetness of the sloe gin and raspberry syrup, adding a refreshing tang that truly elevates the drink. Always use freshly squeezed and **sieve it** meticulously to remove any pulp or seeds, ensuring a perfectly smooth and elegant cocktail. If you’re wondering how much juice a lemon yields, my lemon juice guide has you covered.
- Egg white: This is the secret to achieving that signature, luxurious pink foam layer that makes the Ruby Fizz so visually appealing and texturally delightful. You’ll only need the white part of the egg. Remember to **save the yolk**! You can freeze it for future baking projects, like a decadent egg yolk bundt cake or those upcoming chocolate flake muffins.
- Sparkling water: The final touch that gives this cocktail its signature “fizz.” It provides a wonderful effervescence and lightness, making the drink incredibly refreshing. Use chilled soda water, whether from a freshly opened bottle, a soda siphon, or a soda streamer, and add it gently at the very end to preserve the bubbles and foam.
- Cubed ice: Essential for chilling the cocktail thoroughly and for properly emulsifying the egg white. While crushed ice can work in a pinch, cubed ice provides better control over dilution, preventing the drink from becoming watery too quickly during the shaking process.
- Optional garnish: For an extra touch of sophistication and visual appeal, consider adorning your Ruby Fizz with a fresh raspberry, an elegant lemon twist, or a delicate edible flower. These small details can transform your cocktail into an even more impressive presentation, perfect for special occasions or simply treating yourself.
For precise quantities, please refer to the recipe card located further down.
🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions to Craft Your Ruby Fizz
Step 1: Combine Ingredients in the Shaker
Begin by pouring the sloe gin, raspberry syrup, your meticulously sieved fresh lemon juice, and the egg white directly into your cocktail shaker. Unlike some egg white cocktails, we’re skipping the dry shake here. Go ahead and add a generous amount of cubed ice immediately. The cold from the ice will help the egg white emulsify beautifully as you shake.
Step 2: Shake for Perfection
Now, it’s time to shake with vigor and intent! You want the outside of your cocktail shaker to become super cold, almost frosty. This vigorous shaking serves two crucial purposes: it thoroughly chills the drink to the ideal temperature, and more importantly, it whips that egg white into a gorgeous, stable, and irresistibly pink foam. Shake until you feel the shaker getting very cold and heavy, indicating proper emulsification.
Step 3: Fine Strain for a Silky Smooth Texture
Once shaken, fine-strain the cocktail into your two prepared serving glasses. This step is key to ensuring a truly silky-smooth texture, free from any ice shards or tiny pieces of pulp. It also allows that beautiful, luscious foam layer to sit perfectly and prettily on top, creating an inviting visual. Use a fine-mesh strainer over your hawthorne strainer for the best results.
Step 4: Top with Sparkling Water and Admire
Finally, gently top each glass with chilled sparkling water. Pour slowly and steadily along the inside of the glass to preserve the delicate foam. Take a moment to truly admire the deep, inviting ruby color and that dreamy, cloud-like pink crown of foam perched elegantly on top. This is where the “fizz” truly comes alive!
Step 5 (Optional): Garnish for Extra Charm
To truly complete your Ruby Fizz, consider adding a charming garnish to each glass. A fresh raspberry, a delicate lemon twist, or an elegant edible flower can add that little extra touch of summer charm and sophistication. It’s the perfect way to make your cocktail not just delicious, but also visually unforgettable!
🥳 Hosting a Crowd? Try Our Batch Version of Ruby Fizz!
Planning a party or simply want to enjoy more of this delightful cocktail without constantly mixing? Our batch version of the Ruby Fizz is your perfect solution! Pre-mixing the base ingredients ahead of time allows you to quickly assemble and serve these stunning drinks when your guests arrive, ensuring everyone gets to experience the magic of the Ruby Fizz with ease.
🧺 Batch Ingredients (Serves 6)
- 8 oz (240 ml) sloe gin
- 6 barspoons (~1 oz / 30 ml) raspberry syrup
- Juice of 1½ lemons (about 3 tablespoon / 45 ml) – freshly squeezed and sieved
- 3 egg whites
- Sparkling water to top (approx. 10 oz / 300 ml, or to taste, for topping individual drinks)
- Cubed ice for shaking the batch
- Optional garnishes: fresh raspberries, elegant lemon twists, or delicate edible flowers
👩🍳 Batch Instructions
- Combine the sloe gin, raspberry syrup, lemon juice, and egg whites into a large cocktail shaker or a two-part mixing container. This creates the concentrated base for your batch.
- Fill the shaker generously with cubed ice and shake thoroughly and vigorously until the mixture is well chilled and a beautiful, frothy foam has formed. This ensures proper emulsification of the egg whites.
- Using a fine-mesh strainer, carefully strain the foamy cocktail base into six individual serving glasses, dividing the liquid and foam evenly.
- Just before serving, top each glass with a splash of cold sparkling water, pouring gently to preserve the delicate foam.
- Garnish each Ruby Fizz with your chosen optional garnishes and serve immediately with a warm smile, ready to impress your guests!
🍽 Essential Equipment for Cocktail Mastery
Having the right tools can make all the difference in crafting a perfect cocktail. Here’s what you’ll need and why:
- Measuring tools / Jigger: Essential for precise measurements, ensuring your cocktail is perfectly balanced every time.
- Cocktail shaker: Crucial for thoroughly chilling, mixing, and emulsifying the ingredients, especially the egg white for that signature foam.
- Bar spoon: Useful for stirring and layering, though less critical for this shaken drink, it’s a staple for any home bar.
- Fine strainer: An absolute must for removing small ice shards, pulp, and any unwanted bits, resulting in a perfectly smooth and clear cocktail with pristine foam.
- Soda siphon or streamer: Provides fresh, consistent sparkling water, giving you control over the fizz level and ensuring your drink is topped with lively bubbles.
- Serving glasses: Choose elegant glasses that complement the beautiful ruby color and allow the foam to shine, enhancing the visual appeal of your cocktail.
💭 Pro Tips for a Perfect Ruby Fizz
🥚 Mastering the Egg White Shake
Shaking a cocktail that contains egg white can sometimes build surprising pressure within your shaker, especially once ice is added. This happens because the mixture expands as the egg white emulsifies and aerates, creating that beautiful foam. It can make the shaker feel tight, or even as if it’s trying to pop open.
Rest assured, this is a completely normal part of the process! To handle it confidently, always ensure your shaker is tightly sealed. Hold it firmly with both hands – one hand securely on the top and the other on the bottom. For an even better grip and added comfort, I often like to wrap my shaker in a clean tea towel. Shake with confidence and conviction – you’re well on your way to achieving that dreamy, stable foam layer that defines a perfect fizz cocktail!
💦 Top Tips for Sparkling Water Excellence
No matter how you choose to add sparkle to your Ruby Fizz, the key is ensuring your soda water is ice-cold and freshly opened or charged for maximum effervescence. The colder and fizzier, the better your final cocktail will be!
- Using a soda streamer (like a SodaStream)?
Exercise caution! Carbonate the water separately first, then gently pour it into your finished, strained drink. Never attempt to carbonate the entire cocktail in the streamer – it creates immense pressure and won’t end well (hello, potential explosion 😅). - Using a soda siphon?
These are perfect for cocktails! A siphon gives you excellent control over the pour, allowing you to add a steady, consistent stream of fresh bubbles. Just be sure your siphon is freshly charged and thoroughly chilled for optimal performance. - Using bottled soda water?
This is a perfectly fine and accessible option! Always look for unflavored, high-quality soda water that is well chilled. Once opened, use it as quickly as possible, as the bubbles will begin to dissipate, and you want that vibrant fizz in your drink.
Regardless of your chosen method, remember this vital technique: always pour the sparkling water slowly and gently along the inside wall of the glass. This simple action helps to protect that gorgeous, delicate foam top you worked so hard to create, ensuring your Ruby Fizz looks as spectacular as it tastes!
Explore More Delicious Raspberry & Fizz Recipes
If you loved the Ruby Fizz, you’ll surely enjoy these other delightful creations from my collection. Perfect for expanding your cocktail repertoire!
- Sloe Screw {Halloween Cocktail}: A fun and fruity Halloween-themed drink.
- Raspberry Gin Tonic: A refreshing twist on a classic.
- Raspberry Lemon Drop Martini Recipe: Sweet, tart, and undeniably sophisticated.
- Raspberry Daiquiri: A classic rum cocktail with a vibrant berry twist.
- Frozen Raspberry Margarita: The ultimate frosty treat for hot days.
- Raspberry Margarita Recipe: A vibrant and zesty classic with fresh berry notes.
- Homemade Raspberry Syrup {no cooking}: Quick and easy syrup for all your drinks.
- The Joy of Homemade Raspberry Syrup: Dive deeper into making your own flavorful syrups.
- How to Make a Classic Clover Club Cocktail: Another elegant gin and raspberry cocktail with egg white.
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📖 Recipe Card
Ruby Fizz – a Sloe Gin Fizz with Egg White
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Equipment
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Measuring tools / Jigger
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Cocktail shaker
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Bar spoon
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Soda siphon or streamer
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Fine-strainer
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Serving Glasses
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ oz Sloe gin
- 2 barspoons Raspberry syrup
- Juice of ½ lemon freshly squeezed and sieved
- 1 egg white
- Cubed ice for shaking
- Sparkling water to top
Optional garnish
- Lemon twist raspberry, or edible flower
Instructions
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Add 2 ¾ oz Sloe gin, 2 barspoons Raspberry syrup, Juice of ½ lemon, and 1 egg white to a cocktail shaker filled with Cubed ice .2 ¾ oz Sloe gin, 2 barspoons Raspberry syrup, Juice of ½ lemon, 1 egg white, Cubed ice
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Shake well until the outside of the shaker feels ice cold.
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Fine strain into two serving glasses.
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Top with Sparkling water.Sparkling water
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Garnish if desired with a Lemon twist and serve immediately!Lemon twist
Notes
🎉 Hosting a party?
To serve six, use
- 8 oz sloe gin
- 3 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 oz raspberry syrup (about 6 barspoons)
- 3 egg whites
Shake everything with cubed ice (no dry shake needed), fine strain into glasses, and top with sparkling water. Garnish each drink just before serving for the prettiest presentation.
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
⛑️ Important Food Safety Considerations for Homemade Cocktails
While making delicious cocktails at home is a joy, it’s crucial to always prioritize food safety, especially when working with ingredients like raw egg whites. Following these guidelines helps ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone:
- Maintain proper temperatures: If any component of your cocktail requires cooking or chilling (which most do), ensure it reaches and stays at the correct temperature. For instance, any cooked syrups should be cooled rapidly and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prevent cross-contamination: Always use clean utensils, cutting boards, and shakers. Avoid using the same tools for raw ingredients (like cracking an egg) and finished drink components without washing them thoroughly in between.
- Thoroughly wash hands: Always wash your hands diligently with soap and water before and after handling raw ingredients, particularly egg whites, to prevent the spread of bacteria.
- Refrigerate promptly: Do not leave ingredients or mixed cocktail components sitting out at room temperature for extended periods. Bacteria can multiply quickly, compromising food safety. If you’re batching a cocktail, ensure the pre-mixed base is kept chilled until serving.
- Never leave cooking unattended: This tip is more general but always relevant in the kitchen. If you’re preparing any syrup or other cooked components, stay present to prevent accidents.
- Use fresh ingredients: Always opt for the freshest ingredients, especially when it comes to fruit juices and egg whites. Freshness not only enhances flavor but also minimizes safety risks.
- Ensure good ventilation: If you’re using a gas stove to prepare any syrup ingredients, always ensure you have good ventilation in your kitchen.
For further comprehensive information and guidelines on safe food handling, please consult official resources like Safe Food Handling – FDA.