Seaside Gin
A Place Beyond the Pines
A tart, sweet, and woody gin sour.
Flavour Profile: Bitter, Sour, Sweet
Difficulty: Complex
Ingredients:
- 1 2/3 oz Sheringham Seaside Gin
- 1/3 oz Spruce Tip Grappa
- 1 oz Ver Jus Blanc
- 1/4 oz 2-1 Honey Syrup
Method:
Add all ingredients into a shaker tin, add ice, roll/throw three times, fine strain.
More A Place Beyond the Pines Info
Flavor Profile and Tasting Notes for A Place Beyond the Pines
Sheringham Distillery combines their award-winning Seaside Gin with spruce tip grappa to create this forest-inspired cocktail. The drink delivers evergreen aromatics balanced by honey sweetness and bright acidity from verjus blanc, making it perfect for adventurous cocktail enthusiasts.
How Forest Botanicals Meet Coastal Gin
The cocktail opens with fresh pine and spruce notes from the grappa. Sheringham’s signature coastal botanicals emerge next, bringing subtle ocean salinity and wild rose. The verjus blanc adds gentle tartness while honey syrup rounds out the finish. Each sip transitions from forest floor to seaside, creating a true Pacific Northwest experience in your glass.
Recipe Variations and Customizations
This versatile cocktail adapts well to personal preferences and seasonal availability. Try these modifications to make A Place Beyond the Pines your own:
Alternative Ingredients and Garnishes
- Replace spruce grappa with Douglas fir liqueur or pine-infused vodka
- Substitute Sheringham London Dry Gin for a more traditional profile
- Use white grape juice with lemon for non-alcoholic verjus
- Garnish with rosemary, thyme, or edible flowers
- Add egg white for a silky foam layer
- Serve hot with warm honey and apple cider for winter
Equipment, Preparation and Make-Ahead Tips for A Place Beyond the Pines
This complex cocktail requires specific techniques and tools for best results. The rolling method creates proper dilution without over-aerating the delicate botanicals.
Essential Bar Tools and Techniques
- Boston shaker set for the rolling technique
- Fine mesh strainer or double strain setup
- Jigger for precise measurements
- Pre-chill glassware for 15 minutes
- Use large ice cubes to minimize dilution
- Practice the rolling motion between tins
- Batch honey syrup weekly for consistency
Perfect Occasions and Food Pairings for A Place Beyond the Pines
This sophisticated cocktail suits intimate gatherings and special occasions. The complex flavor profile makes it ideal for craft cocktail enthusiasts visiting tasting rooms or hosting elevated dinner parties.
Seasonal Serving and Menu Matches
- Best enjoyed during fall and winter months
- Pairs with mushroom risotto or truffle dishes
- Complements aged cheeses and charcuterie
- Serves well with cedar plank salmon
- Matches roasted root vegetables perfectly
- Ideal for holiday gatherings and cabin retreats
Cocktail History and Similar Forest-Inspired Drinks
A Place Beyond the Pines belongs to the modern craft cocktail movement embracing foraged ingredients. This style emerged from Nordic cuisine influences and sustainable cocktail practices using local botanicals.
Related Cocktails with Evergreen Notes
- Classic Alaska cocktail with yellow Chartreuse
- Sheringham’s Forest Assembly cocktail
- Traditional Pine Needle Gimlet variations
- Scandinavian-inspired aquavit cocktails
- Pacific Northwest forest floor martinis
Nutritional Information and Dietary Considerations for A Place Beyond the Pines
This cocktail contains approximately 180-200 calories per serving. The honey syrup contributes 25-30 grams of natural sugars, while the verjus blanc adds minimal calories. The drink remains gluten-free when using certified spirits and contains no common allergens beyond honey.
For health-conscious modifications, reduce honey syrup to 1/8 ounce for 140-160 calories total. The cocktail suits vegan diets when using agave nectar instead of honey. Sheringham’s cocktail collection offers lighter options for those seeking lower-calorie alternatives while maintaining craft quality.
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