Classic

Black Thorn

Name: Black Thorn
Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients: 30 ml Sloe gin; 30 ml Sweet vermouth; 2 dashes Orange bitters

Served in a coupe glass

Ingredients

30 ml Sloe gin
30 ml Sweet vermouth
2 dashes Orange bitters

Preparation

Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled coupe glass.

Garnish

Cherry

Origin story

The Black Thorn cocktail is a lesser-known classic that emerged in the early 20th century, primarily in the UK. It showcases the use of sloe gin, a popular ingredient in British drinks, and reflects the era's experimentation with flavors.