Beacon Hill Park

Flavor Profile and Tasting Notes for Beacon Hill Park

Sheringham Distillery creates the Beacon Hill Park cocktail by combining Beacon Gin’s delicate cherry blossom notes with fresh lime juice and honey syrup. This sour-style cocktail delivers bright citrus flavors balanced by floral sweetness, making it perfect for gin enthusiasts seeking elegant simplicity.

How Beacon Gin Enhances This Sour Cocktail

The cocktail opens with sharp lime acidity that quickly mellows into honey’s smooth sweetness. Beacon Gin’s yuzu and cherry blossom botanicals emerge in the mid-palate, while Peychaud’s bitters add subtle spice and complexity. The finish remains clean and refreshing with lingering floral notes. For sweeter preferences, increase honey syrup to 1 ounce. Those preferring more tartness can reduce honey to 0.5 ounces.

Recipe Variations and Customizations

The Beacon Hill Park cocktail adapts easily to personal tastes and seasonal availability. Transform this classic gin sour recipe with these simple modifications:

Alternative Ingredients for Your Beacon Cocktail

• Replace lime with lemon juice for a softer citrus profile
• Substitute maple syrup for honey during autumn months
• Add 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur for extra floral complexity
• Use lavender simple syrup instead of honey for aromatic variation
• Create a frozen version by blending with 1 cup crushed ice
• Make it alcohol-free with seedlip or botanical water

Equipment, Preparation and Make-Ahead Tips for Beacon Hill Park

Creating this gin cocktail requires minimal equipment but proper technique ensures best results. You need a cocktail shaker, jigger, fine mesh strainer, and Nick & Nora glass. Total preparation time runs about 3 minutes.

Essential Techniques for Perfect Beacon Gin Cocktails

• Always double strain to remove ice chips and citrus pulp
• Shake vigorously for 10-12 seconds to properly dilute
• Use fresh lime juice squeezed within 4 hours
• Pre-batch honey syrup up to 2 weeks ahead
• Chill glassware in freezer for 10 minutes before serving
• Prepare edible flower garnishes on damp paper towels

Perfect Occasions and Food Pairings for Beacon Hill Park

This refreshing gin sour cocktail shines at spring garden parties, summer brunches, and elegant dinner parties. The bright citrus and floral notes make it ideal for afternoon gatherings or as a pre-dinner aperitif.

Best Food Matches for This Gin Cocktail

• Fresh oysters with mignonette sauce
• Goat cheese crostini with honey drizzle
• Smoked salmon canapés with dill
• Light citrus desserts like lemon tart
• Soft cheeses including brie and camembert
• Asian-inspired appetizers with ginger and lime

Cocktail History and Similar Drinks

The Beacon Hill Park belongs to the classic sour cocktail family, which dates back to the 1860s. This modern interpretation uses traditional gin cocktail techniques while incorporating Pacific Northwest botanicals through Beacon Gin.

Related Sour-Style Gin Cocktails

Similar drinks include the Gin Sour, Bee’s Knees, and Clover Club. The Sheringham Bee’s Knees recipe shares the honey-citrus profile, while the Clover Club cocktail adds raspberry for fruitiness. Modern craft cocktail bars often feature variations using local honey and unique bitters. The Beacon Hill Park stands out through its use of cherry blossom-infused gin and Peychaud’s distinctive anise notes.

Nutritional Information and Dietary Considerations for Beacon Hill Park

Each Beacon Hill Park cocktail contains approximately 180-200 calories. The honey syrup contributes 60-70 calories and 15-17 grams of sugar, while Beacon Gin adds about 130 calories. Fresh lime juice provides minimal calories but adds vitamin C.

This cocktail meets gluten-free and vegan dietary requirements when using pure honey. The alcohol content measures approximately 18-20% ABV per serving. For lower calorie options, reduce honey syrup to 0.5 oz or substitute with stevia-based sweetener. Those monitoring sugar intake can request sugar-free alternatives. Sheringham’s cocktail collection offers various options for different dietary needs and preferences.