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Blackthorn (English)
A sloe berry-influenced fruity Perfect Martini
Stephen Broughall
16th March 2025 at 23:56
Personally I would up the gin slightly and definitely reduce the sloe gin. As is, it is on the sweet side. As in the photo, use a cherry garnish rather than the orange. Don’t think it needs the bitters.