Clover Club Cocktail
The Clover Club cocktail is a pre-prohibition cocktail attributed to the ‘Clover Club’ society. It's one of the few society cocktails that made it around the world.
Ingredients
- •2 shots gin
- •1 shot fresh lemon juice
- •1/2 shot grenadine or raspberry syrup
- •1/2 egg white
- •Raspberries
Instructions
- 1
Add all the ingredients to your shaker.
- 2
Shake hard for 10-15 seconds.
- 3
Fine strain into a chilled martini glass.
Pro Tip
“For a perfect Clover Club, make sure to use fresh lemon juice and high-quality gin. Don't skip the dry shake (shaking without ice) to really emulsify the egg white and create that signature frothy top.”
The Story Behind the Clover Club Cocktail
The Clover Club cocktail dates back to the late 19th century, originating in Philadelphia at the Bellevue-Stratford Hotel. It was named after a men's club of the same name, where it was a favorite among the city's journalists and lawyers. This cocktail is a rare gem from the pre-prohibition era that has stood the test of time, celebrated for its elegant balance of gin, citrus, and raspberry flavors.
What Pairs Well
Food Pairings
- 🍽️Cheese platter
The creamy texture and fruity notes of the Clover Club complement a variety of cheeses perfectly.
- 🍽️Grilled salmon
The citrusy and fruity flavors of the cocktail enhance the rich taste of grilled salmon.
- 🍽️Berry tart
A berry tart mirrors the raspberry notes in the cocktail, creating a harmonious dessert pairing.
Perfect For
- Bachelorette weekend in Vegas
This elegant and fruity cocktail is perfect for toasting to a fun and glamorous weekend.
- Rainy Sunday afternoon
Brighten up a gloomy day with the vibrant and refreshing flavors of a Clover Club.
- Celebrating a promotion
Raise a glass of this sophisticated cocktail to toast your success and new beginnings.
- Book club meeting
The Clover Club's classic charm makes it a delightful choice for a literary gathering.
Fun Facts
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The Clover Club cocktail is one of the few pre-prohibition cocktails that has regained popularity in modern times.
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The use of egg white in the Clover Club gives it a creamy texture and a beautiful frothy top.
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The cocktail's name comes from a men's club in Philadelphia, where it was originally served.
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