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I’ve been mixing drinks for a while now, and there’s something about Plum co*cktails that keeps them at the top of my list. These recipes showcase the plum’s unique blend of sweetness and tartness, making each sip a refreshing surprise. From the simple pleasure of a Plum Fizz to the deeper complexities of a Plum Old Fashioned, there’s a drink here for every palate. I love how versatile plums are, easily pairing with various spirits to create something truly special. My personal favorite? The Plum Martini—it’s smooth, with just the right edge of fruitiness. Trust me, these plum-based drinks are perfect for anyone looking to add a twist to their co*cktail lineup. Give them a try; you won’t be disappointed.
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Bourbon Sour With Honey-Plum Syrup
The sweet, succulent flavor of plums pairs perfectly with the robust taste of your favorite bourbon or whiskey. In addition, this recipe uses lemon juice and Angostura bitters to bring citrus notes and a hint of bitterness to the sweet co*cktail. The best ingredient is the honey-plum syrup which is decadent and mouthwatering.
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Plum-Basil Gin Fizz
Plums and basil go well together because they both have a slightly sweet but earthy flavor that elevates the gin to a new level. Both gin and basil offer an herbal, aromatic taste, while the fresh plums create an indulgent sweetness. A bit of simple syrup and seltzer finish the drink to make it more bubbly and bright without compromising the other flavors.
To get in the holiday spirit and appease the Sugar Plum Fairies, make this delectable whiskey smash using fresh plums, pomegranate juice, and whiskey or bourbon. The drink also features cranberry ginger ale to lighten the flavor and a bit of white sugar to sweeten the tartness.
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Plum Bellini
A plum bellini is a perfect drink to enjoy with your brunch or sip in the afternoon. It has the classic citrus, bubbly traits of a traditional bellini but becomes more complex and luscious with the plum. Bellinis typically feature peach puree, but both peaches and plums are stone fruits, so they can stand in for each other well.This recipe makes it easy to make plum puree from fresh plums.
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Plum Margarita
Adding fresh plum juice to a classic margarita gives it a richer flavor, making it appropriate as a winter or autumn co*cktail. The Cointreau and tequila brighten the plum flavors, so you get a super sweet and potent flavor with every sip. Salt the rim to enhance the flavor and add a contrasting taste.
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Plum Daiquiri
A plum daiquiri has a more robust and lush flavor than a strawberry daiquiri, which is sweeter and more vibrant. Instead of using plum juice or syrup, this recipe muddles fresh plums, offering a super succulent flavor that will make your tastebuds dance.
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Sugar Plum Sidecar
A sidecar is a simple brandy co*cktail with citrus notes. It’s very light and warm, but adding plum to this drink can enrich the other flavors and give it a festive feel, ideal for your next holiday party. To make this drink, use plum brandy, which has a deep flavor that will envelop your mouth.
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Plum Swizzle
If you love tropical tiki drinks, you can make this fabulous plum swizzle that enlists many delicious ingredients. It features two kinds of rum, plum wine, orange juice, lime juice, orgeat syrup, Crème De Violette, absinthe, and mint! The result is a complex, fruity drink with a prominent plum flavor paired with light notes of citrus and herbs.
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Plum Prosecco co*cktails
A simpler plum co*cktail is this plum Prosecco co*cktail that only uses four ingredients, one of which is water. To create it, you simply make a plum simple syrup with sugar and water and top it with sparkling Prosecco. This co*cktail is light, bubbly, and easy to drink!
9 Plum co*cktail Recipes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: plum co*cktails
Servings: 1
Author: Paul Kushner
Mix up your usual fruity drink with these delicious plum co*cktail recipes.
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Written by Paul Kushner
Founder and CEO of MyBartender. Graduated from Penn State University. He always had a deep interest in the restaurant and bar industry. His restaurant experience began in 1997 at the age of 14 as a bus boy. By the time he turned 17 he was serving tables, and by 19 he was bartending/bar managing 6-7 nights a week.
In 2012, after a decade and a half of learning all facets of the industry, Paul opened his first restaurant/bar. In 2015, a second location followed, the latter being featured on The Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
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