Bombay Cassis

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Overview

A refreshing, aromatic serve combining Bombay Sapphire gin, Crème de Cassis, fresh lime, and spicy ginger beer. Bright, fruity, botanical, and lightly sparkling.

Preparation Method

Add gin, cassis, and lime juice to a balloon glass. Swirl gently to mix. Fill the glass with cubed ice and top with ginger beer. Stir lightly and garnish with one lime wedge and one long ginger slice.

Structural Profile and Sensory Characteristics

Structural Breakdown

Flavor Balance and Intensity Breakdown

Sweetness
Acidity
Bitterness
Herbal
Spice
Fruitiness
Smokiness

Organoleptic Profile: Aromatic and Taste Intensity

Gin
Base spirit Aromatic backbone
Crème de Cassis
Fruit Liqueur Sweetener Color Driver
Fresh Lime Juice
Primary Acid Citrus Flavor Driver Balance Agent Freshness Enhancer
Ginger Beer
Spice Driver Carbonated Lifter Refreshing Lengthener
Lime
Fresh Citrus Component Muddled Citrus Source Citrus Oil Source Visual Accent
Ginger
Spice Driver Aromatic Modifier Freshness Enhancer

Bombay Cassis Deep Dive: History, Style, and Use

Serving Style

Served in a balloon glass filled with cubed ice, finished with a lime wedge and a long strip of fresh ginger.

Food Pairings

Excellent with spicy Asian dishes, seafood, sushi, or creamy cheeses.

Origins

Created by Bombay Sapphire as a modern fruity–botanical serve.

Best Occasions

Perfect for brunch, warm-weather gatherings, and aperitivo.

Tasting Notes

Botanical gin notes, tart lime, rich cassis sweetness, and a spicy ginger finish.

Style & Character

Elegant, modern, and adventurous.

Variations

Replace ginger beer with ginger ale for a softer profile, or try a flavored gin.

Alcohol Strength

12%

⚠️ Alcoholic beverage: not suitable for minors, pregnant individuals, or designated drivers. Please enjoy responsibly.

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