Find out how to make an edible rainbow sour cocktail that’s perfect for spring. The recipe includes Rose Grenadine, lemon juice and edible flowers!

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Spring has almost sprung, and I couldn’t be more excited!

All of the flowers are in bloom. The berries and stone fruit are ripe. And getting to unearth those cute sandals that have been hiding under boots and Wellies. See you later in winter!

One of my favorite things about spring though is the abundance of edible flowers at the grocery store and farmer’s markets.

If you recall this Spring Fling cocktail last year, then you know I, Ashley am no stranger to edible flower drinks.

Like the super easy-to-make Edible flower lemon jello shots that serve up a shot glass-size of spring!

The blooming trees and plants inspired me to revisit edible blooms for cocktails. (It just doesn’t seem right to use them in the middle of winter).

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I wanted to take the blooms to the next level this time around. But how do you top peony ice cubes?

With spring in full force, my mind immediately went to the rainbow. And thus, the Edible Flower Rainbow Sour was born.

Also, you may want to try this refreshing Popsicle Cocktail Recipe that’s quick and easy to make and can be modified to mock-tail for the kids.

There are countless rainbow cocktails out there but often use artificial coloring.

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Ingredients and Tools Needed to Make an Edible Flower Rainbow Sour Cocktail Recipe

Cocktail shaker

4 oz gin

1.5 oz lemon juice

1.5 oz Rose’s Grenadine See the recipe below or you can purchase it pre-made.

2 egg whites

4 dash Angostura bitters

Organic edible flowers and petals in varying colors for garnish

How to Make a Rainbow Sour Cocktail Recipe

1 — Add all ingredients, aside from the flowers, into a shaker without ice (dry shake). Shake for 30 seconds.

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2 — Add ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.

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3 — Strain into a coupe. Arrange edible flowers on top of the egg white foam.

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4 — *Leave room in one area to sip from, you don’t want to be overwhelmed with the petals.

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I shy away from these ingredients so edible flowers are a great natural way to add pops of color and pizzazz to drinks and food.

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Not only is this a stunner of a cocktail, but it is one delicious sipper!

It features a rose grenadine (recipe below and it’s super easy to make) which adds a subtle floral flavor that compliments the flowers on top paired with gin, lemon, and egg white.

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If you are hesitant to use egg whites in a drink, don’t fret. The alcohol “cooks” the whites and they add a creamy, frothy texture that helps hold the flowers.

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More Edible Flower Recipes To Try

If you are looking for a drink to sip el fresco to soak up the sun once the warm weather arrives, this rainbow cocktail is just the thing! What are some of your favorite spring go-to cocktail recipes?

And if you’re loving the edible flowers, check out a few of our favorites recipes that use this beautiful ingredient from the archives below —

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How To Make A Rainbow Sour Cocktail Recipe

Edible Flower Rainbow Sour Cocktail Recipe

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5 from 4 votes

This rainbow sour cocktail recipe with edible flowers is as impressive to look at as it is to drink!

Total Time10

Course Drinks

Cuisine cocktail

Equipment

Cocktail shaker

Ingredients

4 oz gin
1.5 oz lemon juice
1.5 oz Rose's Grenadine See recipe below or you can purchase it pre-made.
2 egg whites
4 dash Angostura bitters
Organic edible flowers and petals in varying colors for garnish Sold in produce section of specialty grocery stores

Nutrition

Servings:

Calories: 109kcal

Instructions

Add all ingredients, aside from the flowers, into a shaker without ice (dry shake). Shake for 30 seconds.
Add ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.
Strain into a coupe. Arrange edible flowers on top of the egg white foam.
*Leave room in one area to sip from, you don’t want to be overwhelmed with the petals.

KEYWORD: edible flower

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