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Purple Prince

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Purple Prince

Description

Purple Prince is a bold, elegant cocktail with a strong sense of style. Inspired by Prince, it brings together gin, plum liqueur, violet cordial, and sparkling wine in a way that feels dramatic, refined, and just a little bit indulgent. The plum gives the drink a rich fruit depth, the violet adds a soft floral note, and the sparkling wine lifts everything with a crisp, celebratory finish.

It is the kind of cocktail that feels made for the spotlight. There is plenty of colour and character to it, but it still feels polished enough for a premium cocktail menu rather than overly showy. Purple Prince works especially well for parties, music-themed collections, and any menu that wants something glamorous and memorable. It has a smooth, expressive feel that suits the name perfectly, giving you a drink that is stylish, distinctive, and hard to forget.

Ingredients

  • 40 ml Gin
  • 20 ml Plum Liqueur
  • 10 ml Violet Syrup
  • Sparkling Wine to top

Equipment needed

Instructions

  1. Build the base: Add the gin, plum liqueur, and violet syrup to a wine glass with ice.
  2. Combine: Stir gently until cool and integrated.
  3. Top: Add chilled sparkling wine.
  4. Garnish: Finish with an elegant garnish and serve immediately.

Recommended glassware

Coupe Glass
Coupe Glass (recommended)

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Quick facts

5 mins Easy Approx. 13.5% ABV Ice
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