{"id":14783,"date":"2022-05-24T13:35:52","date_gmt":"2022-05-24T11:35:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/olivemagazine\/?post_type=purple_issue&p=14783"},"modified":"2022-05-24T13:35:52","modified_gmt":"2022-05-24T11:35:52","slug":"the-measure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/olivemagazine\/2022\/05\/24\/the-measure\/","title":{"rendered":"The Measure"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Measure<\/h1>\n\n

Try a zesty gin fizz, summer aperitifs and non-alcoholic canned cocktails this month <\/p>\n\n

Words HANNAH GUINNESS @hannahguinness <\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n

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Classic gin fizz<\/h2>\n\n

5 MINUTES | SERVES 1 | EASY | EFFORTLESS<\/p>\n\n

This delicate and summery gin cocktail takes just five minutes to make. The egg white isn\u2019t essential but does add a lovely silky texture. To make it vegan, swap the egg white for 1 tbsp of aquafaba (the liquid from a can of chickpeas).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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caster sugar <\/strong>200g gin <\/strong>(we used Warner\u2019s London Dry Gin) 60ml <\/p>\n\n

lemon <\/strong>juice <\/strong>30ml, plus a slice to garnish <\/p>\n\n

egg <\/strong>white <\/strong>1 (optional) <\/p>\n\n

sparkling <\/strong>water <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

1 <\/strong>Put the sugar in a pan with 100ml of water and stir over a low heat until the sugar has dissolved. Cool completely and pour into a sterilised bottle \u2013 this sugar syrup will keep in the fridge for up to a month. <\/p>\n\n

2 <\/strong>Put the gin, lemon juice, 1 tbsp of the sugar syrup and egg white, if using, in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds then strain into a chilled collins glass and top with sparkling water. Garnish with a slice of lemon.<\/p>\n\n

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Cheers to\u2026 savoury martinis<\/h3>\n\n
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Here at olive we\u2019ve been spotting savoury martinis on cocktail menus, with bars serving this classic with a salty edge, from Soho-based Soma\u2019s Mooli made with a warming curry leaf vermouth, to a briny kombu-accented creation at Silverleaf in east London. It\u2019s a good option for those who prefer a less sweet cocktail, especially as an aperitif. If you\u2019re making a savoury martini at home the easiest option is a gibson, a martini garnished with a pickled onion in place of an olive or lemon twist. Or try a dirty martini, which features olive brine for a bold savoury twang (visit olivemagazine.com<\/a> for our recipe). Other brines also work well, such as gherkins or cornichons, or from a jar of preserved lemons or pickled jalape\u00f1os for citrussy and spicy twists.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

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3 to try… summer beers<\/h3>\n\n

Lakedown Brewing Co American Red (\u00a336\/12, lakedownbrewing.com<\/a>)<\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Rich, smooth and malty, this beer delivers a strong stone fruit flavour with a hint of spice, while still being refreshing.<\/p>\n\n

Magic Rock High Wire Tropical<\/strong> (\u00a33\/440ml, Morrisons)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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A summery spin on Magic Rock\u2019s popular pale ale, this has crisp, piney bitterness, with flamboyant tropical fruit balanced by elegant notes of bitter orange.<\/p>\n\n

Adnams X Sierra Nevada Eastern Edge<\/strong> (\u00a326.99\/12, adnams.co.uk<\/a>)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Suffolk\u2019s Adnams has partnered with US brewery Sierra Nevada for this pale ale, which uses US and UK hops for a blend of floral, citrus and tropical notes.<\/p>\n\n

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Home bar hacks: capsule glass collection<\/h3>\n\n

A beautiful glass can really elevate your cocktail, and if you plan on investing in quality pieces here\u2019s what to start with.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Try tall highball glasses for long drinks such as a G&T, tom collins and mojito, while heavybottomed tumblers are perfect for measures of neat spirits, and short cocktails served over ice, including an old fashioned. Large wine glasses are perfect for spritzes, while coupe or nick & nora glasses are suitable for spirit-forward cocktails served straight up with no ice, such as a margarita.<\/p>\n\n

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We still love… canned cocktails<\/h3>\n\n
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Canned cocktails have exploded in popularity \u2013 and quality \u2013 and those going booze-free needn\u2019t miss out as non-alcoholic brand Everleaf has turned its award-winning aperitifs into canned spritzes. Expect masses of vibrant botanical flavour, crisp bubbles and pleasing bitterness in three expressions \u2013 Forest (saffron, vanilla and orange blossom); Mountain (cherry blossom, rosehip and strawberry); and Marine (seaweed and bergamot). \u00a330\/12, everleafdrinks.com<\/a> <\/em><\/p>\n\n

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Drink of the month: aperitifs<\/h3>\n\n
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Now that summer has arrived it\u2019s time to consider the charms of aperitifs \u2013 perfect for warm-weather sipping. These are drinks designed to whet the appetite before dinner, and are usually drunk alongside salty snacks and nibbles, such as olives, crisps, cheeses, charcuterie and pickles.<\/p>\n\n

The concept of the aperitif first originated in Italy but is widespread across Europe, and has recently become popular in the UK. Dry and\/or bitter flavours are more likely to stimulate your appetite so a classic aperitif will lean towards this end of the flavour spectrum. Dry, light and fresh white wines served chilled are an easy option \u2013 try a sauvignon blanc or unoaked chardonnay. <\/span>And fizz is always a winner: choose cr\u00e9mant for a budget-friendly option that tastes like champagne. Fortified wines are also common \u2013 think dry sherries such as fino, manzanilla and amontillado, and red and white vermouths.<\/p>\n\n

Cocktails are the most crowd-pleasing choice of aperitif, and bittersweet ones work best. Be judicious with stronger concoctions such as a martini or negroni \u2013 more than one of these on an empty stomach will leave you feeling decidedly woozy \u2013 but lower-ABV drinks including a spritz, vermouth or port with tonic, or sparkling wines splashed with a little cr\u00e8me de cassis or elderflower cordial, are delicious.<\/p>\n\n

Try it: <\/strong>Savoia Americano Rosso. This new vino aperitivo from Turin lies between a bitter Italian amaro such as Campari and a vermouth in character. With 20 different botanicals, including rhubarb, gentian and grapefruit, it\u2019s elegant and layered, with full-bodied citrus and red fruits, herbaceousness and an appetising bitterness. <\/span>It\u2019s delicate enough to sip over ice, or mix with sweet vermouth and sparkling water in an americano (\u00a319.95\/50cl, The Whisky Exchange).<\/p>\n\n

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