Clover Club

Flavor Profile and Tasting Notes for Clover Club

Sheringham Distillery transforms the classic Clover Club into a sophisticated coastal experience using their award-winning Seaside Gin. This cocktail delivers bright raspberry tartness balanced with citrus notes from fresh lemon juice, while the gin’s botanical complexity adds depth.

How Seaside Gin Enhances the Flavor Experience

The first sip reveals fresh raspberry sweetness, followed by the Seaside Gin’s unique winged kelp and rose botanicals. The egg white creates a silky texture that carries the flavors smoothly across your palate. The dry vermouth adds subtle herbal notes that bridge the fruit and gin elements. For those preferring less sweetness, reduce the simple syrup to 1/4 ounce. The finish lingers with juniper and a hint of ocean breeze from the kelp.

Recipe Variations and Customizations

This versatile cocktail welcomes creative modifications while maintaining its classic character. Try these popular variations to suit different preferences and occasions.

Alternative Ingredients for Your Clover Club

• Replace raspberries with blackberries or strawberries for seasonal variety
• Use Beacon Gin featuring cherry blossom notes for a floral twist
• Add 1/4 oz elderflower liqueur for extra sweetness
• Create a lower ABV version with 1 oz gin and extra lemon juice
• For egg-free options, use aquafaba (chickpea liquid) instead
• Serve in a Nick & Nora glass for vintage presentation

Equipment, Preparation and Make-Ahead Tips for Clover Club

Success with this cocktail requires proper technique and timing. Essential tools include a Boston shaker, fine mesh strainer, muddler, and jigger for accurate measurements.

Step-by-Step Preparation Techniques

Start by chilling your coupe glass in the freezer. Muddle raspberries gently to release juice without crushing seeds. The dry shake (without ice) for 15 seconds creates the signature foam, followed by a hard shake with ice for 10 seconds. Double strain through both the shaker strainer and fine mesh to remove raspberry seeds. For parties, pre-muddle raspberries and combine with citrus and simple syrup up to 2 hours ahead. Add gin, vermouth, and egg white just before shaking.

Perfect Occasions and Food Pairings for Clover Club

This elegant pink cocktail shines at spring garden parties, brunch gatherings, and romantic dinners. The drink works beautifully from late afternoon through evening service.

Complementary Food Selections

• Goat cheese crostini with honey and thyme
• Smoked salmon blinis with dill cream
• Dark chocolate truffles with sea salt
• Fresh oysters with mignonette sauce
• Lemon tart or raspberry cheesecake for dessert

Cocktail History and Similar Drinks

The Clover Club originated in Philadelphia’s pre-Prohibition era at the prestigious Clover Club gentlemen’s society. This gin sour variation belongs to the same family as the Aviation and Ramos Gin Fizz, all featuring egg white for texture.

Related Sheringham Gin Cocktails

Modern craft bartenders revived this classic in the 2000s, appreciating its balance and presentation. Similar Sheringham cocktails include the Cosmo Sour with cranberry and hibiscus, and the Re-Growth gin sour featuring Seaside Gin. The Pink Lady offers a similar profile with apple brandy, while the Southside uses mint instead of berries. Vancouver Island’s cocktail scene embraces these foam-topped classics, often featuring local ingredients.

Nutritional Information and Dietary Considerations for Clover Club

This cocktail contains approximately 180-200 calories per serving, with 8-10 grams of sugar from the simple syrup and raspberry natural sugars. The Sheringham gin base is gluten-free, though those with celiac disease should verify the dry vermouth brand. The egg white makes this unsuitable for vegans unless substituted with aquafaba.

For lower calorie options, use sugar-free sweetener or reduce simple syrup by half, bringing calories down to 140-160. The cocktail contains no dairy and is naturally nut-free. Alcohol content measures approximately 1.5 standard drinks per serving. Those watching sugar intake can request muddled raspberries only, omitting additional sweetener. Sheringham Distillery offers numerous cocktail options to accommodate various dietary preferences and restrictions.