Gin and Tonic Spheres Using Reverse Spherification Technique
Get ready to elevate your gin and tonic game with our latest recipe – Gin and Tonic Spheres!
This unique and refreshing drink combines the classic flavors of gin and tonic with a modern twist, using the reverse spherification technique. With the help of our special ingredients with Sodium Alginate, Calcium Lactate and Xanthan Gum, you can create perfectly spherical spheres that burst with flavor in every bite. So gather your ingredients and let’s get started!
These perfectly spherical spheres combine the classic flavors of gin and tonic cocktail in a new and exciting way. Don’t miss out on this unique and refreshing drink :).
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Gin & Tonic Spheres Recipe Using Reverse Spherification Technique
Equipment
Ingredients
- 100 gr Tonic water
- 40 gr Cucumber juice
- 35 gr Caster sugar
- 30 gr Dry gin
- 15 gr Lime juice
- 3 gr Calcium Lactate
- 5 gr Sodium Alginate
- 1 gr Xanthan Gum
- 1 liter Water
Directions
Prepare The Sodium Alginate Bath
- Add water to blender
- Whilst blending the water gradually add your Sodium Alginate
- Blend tor 2-3 minutes until well dissolved
- Leave to settle in the fridge for 2 hours
Make your spheres
- Combine all the wet ingredients in a blender
- Whilst blending gradually add your dry ingredients
- Pour the mixture into a mould and place in freezer
- Heat the Sodium Alginate bath to 50°C
- A couple at a time, add the frozen hemispheres to the alginate bath
- Stir carefully
- Remove & refresh your spheres in cold water
Carbonating (optional)
- Pour tonic into a cream whipper
- Carefully place spheres into the whipper
- Charge with CO2 and chill for at least 2 hours
- Vent the whipper and carefully pour out
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