Name: Fig Sour Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 ounces fig flavored vodka; 1 ½ ounces of fig syrup; ½ ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice; ½ ounce of aquafaba; fresh or oven dried figs or lemon wheel for garnish (optional); Ice

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Looking for a unique and delicious cocktail recipe? We have created the Fig Sour cocktail. This refreshing blend of flavors combines the sweetness of figs with the tanginess of citrus, resulting in a simple yet sophisticated drink. It is a perfect drink to enjoy anytime of the year, especially for Valentine’s Day.

How to Make a Fig Sour Cocktail

You will need the following ingredients for this vibrant and delicious cocktail.

fig flavored vodka – we used Figenza Fig Vodka or you can make homemade fig infused vodka (keep reading for instructions).
fig syrup – we made our own homemade fig syrup.
freshly squeezed lemon juice
aquafaba
fresh or oven dried figs or lemon wheel for garnish (optional)
Ice

Instructions

Place fig flavored vodka, fig syrup, lemon juice and aquafaba into a cocktail shaker.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to create a thick foam. This method is called dry shake.
Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake another 15 seconds to chill the mixture.
Strain the cocktail into a martini glass.
Garnish with a fresh fig slice or oven dried figs. If you don’t have figs garnish with a lemon wheel.
Your Fig Sour cocktail is now ready to be enjoyed!

Helpful Tips

Here are a few tips to enhance your Fig Sour cocktail experience:

You can make the fig syrup ahead of time.
If fresh figs are not available, you can use fig jam to make fig simple syrup as a substitute.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less fig simple syrup, depending on your preference.
For an extra touch of elegance, rim the glass with sugar before pouring in the cocktail.
Use unflavored vodka of vanilla vodka if you can’t find fig flavored vodka at your local liquor store.
If you prefer a stronger cocktail, you can increase the amount of vodka to suit your taste.

How to Make Homemade Fig Infused Vodka

Start with your favorite, good quality unflavored vodka. We recommend higher-end vodka that will produce a better and smoother flavor.
Pour the vodka into a large contained with a lid.
Cut the figs into small pieces and add them to the vodka.
Add whole vanilla beans to the mixture if you prefer a vanilla-fig flavored vodka. If you prefer a cleaner, fig only flavored vodka then eliminate the vanilla beans.
Let the mixture sit for at least 24 hours, so the figs have a chance to infuse their flavor into the vodka.
Strain the infused vodka and transfer it to a bottle.

Perfect Cocktail for Any Occasion

The Fig Sour cocktail is a unique blend of flavors that will elevate your cocktail. With its unique combination of fig flavored vodka, fresh fig simple syrup, lemon juice, and aquafaba, this combination offers a refreshing and beautiful drink. Use oven dried figs as an impressive garnish. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply want to treat yourself to a special drink, the Fig Sour cocktail is a perfect choice. So, gather your ingredients, follow the simple instructions, and enjoy this delicious cocktail.

Cheers and Always Drink Responsibly!

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