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    Spiced Plum Jam Gin Cocktail: Guest Post by The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen

    Published: Sep 25, 2014 · Modified: May 24, 2022 by Kim Beaulieu · This post may contain affiliate links

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    This Spiced Plum Jam Gin Cocktail is perfect for any occasion. Look in your pantry for an incredibly easy and impressive fall cocktail to make.

    Spiced Plu Jam Gin Cocktail served with ingredients on table

     

    Welcome to Day 5 of Booze Week. Today my special guest blogger is Susan of The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen. My regular readers know me and Susan are blogging buddies.

    We do theme weeks like Christmas Week, Cookie Week and Ice Cream Week together. We always have a blast. I've even had the pleasure of meeting her in person. I adore this lady so very much. So when I was planning Booze Week I knew I had to ask her to participate.

    If you are in search of an incredibly simple, yet impressive fall cocktail then look no further than your own pantry to make Spiced Plum Jam & Gin Cocktail.

    Spiced Plum Jam Gin Cocktail

    Hi there Lunatics! I’m thrilled to pieces to be back guest posting here today.  The last time I was around these parts was over two years ago! I’m a bit overdue, don’t you think?  You might recognize my name because Kim and I just put on a celebration of ice cream epicness with #IceCreamWeek in August.

    Spiced Plum Jam Gin Cocktail served in glass

    Now that summer is over, it’s time to start concentrating on fall flavors, warm spices and cocktails to settle down with by the fire.

    Are you familiar with the trend of putting jam in your cocktail? It seems to have been floating around for awhile but I finally decided to give it a go and let me tell you – I’m all for it.

    Jam in my booze is my new jam.

    No more need for busting out the blender to mix up special fruit purees or mashing and smashing.  Heck you could even make use of that almost empty jam jar shake things up right in there.

    Spiced Plum Jam Gin Cocktail served in glass

    So why plum and not a more traditional fall fruit like apple or pear? I’ll tell you why, because I always feel like plums are the forgotten fruit, the middle child if you will.  In the beginning of the summer we are gaga over berries, then come the peaches and as soon as peach season ends everyone starts apple picking and poaching pears.

    How about those plums? They get stuck right in peach season and stay great through October.

    The poor poor plum, but today it gets its due and it pairs perfectly with a little cardamom and nutmeg.  Toss a cardigan on while sipping this cocktail and watch the leaves change, it’s just what you need at the end of the day.

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    Spiced Plum Jam & Gin Cocktail

    This Spiced Plum Jam Gin Cocktail is perfect for any occasion. Look in your pantry for an incredibly easy and impressive fall cocktail to make.
    Course Cocktail
    Cuisine American
    Keyword gin recipe, spiced plum jam gin cocktail
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes
    Servings 1
    Calories 539kcal

    Ingredients

    • ½ ounce spiced simple syrup
    • 1 ounce lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon plum jam or preserves
    • 2 ounces gin
    • ice
    • slice of fresh plum for garnish
    • Spiced Simple Syrup:
    • ½ cup water
    • ½ cup sugar
    • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
    • ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • In a small saucepan bring the water, sugar, cardamom and nutmeg to a boil. Cook until the sugar has completely dissolved. Let cool. Pour the syrup into a small jar and save extra in the refrigerator for additional uses.
    • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add the spiced simple syrup, lemon juice, jam and gin. Shake well and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a slice of plum.

    Notes

    Recipe Source: photo and recipe credit to Susan Palmer of The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen

    Nutrition

    Calories: 539kcal | Carbohydrates: 138g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 313mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 122g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg

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    Toodles! xx

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    Comments

    1. Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes

      September 25, 2014 at 2:11 pm

      I'm always looking for new fall cocktails to make! Love this!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:17 pm

        It would be so fun for a Fall party.

        Reply
    2. Amy @Very Culinary

      September 25, 2014 at 2:11 pm

      Um, ya. I totally need cookies delivered to my door! And suddenly I'm very thirsty. Wouldn't you know it...my friend down the road has a plum tree, so the next time she offers some up, I will definitely say yes.

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:19 pm

        Funny how that happens. I get hungry every time I visit your site too Amy.

        Reply
    3. christine

      September 25, 2014 at 2:23 pm

      I guess I've been out of the loop because I hadn't heard of the jam in the cocktail trend, but this looks great! Love the cardamom.

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:20 pm

        Me either. We are both up to speed now. Now let's get jamming.

        Reply
    4. Amanda @ Cookie Named Desire

      September 25, 2014 at 2:58 pm

      This sounds amazinggggg and so nice for the cold weather. I can't wait to try this out!!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        September 25, 2014 at 4:38 pm

        Thanks for stopping by. I think Susan really nailed this one. I could see myself sipping this on the deck out back, or sitting downstairs by the fire.

        Reply
    5. Lauren Kelly Nutrition

      September 25, 2014 at 3:00 pm

      um, this looks incredible! Are you going to the potluck this weekend? I'd love to hang out again! CHEERS!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        September 25, 2014 at 4:37 pm

        Susan brought her a-game for Booze Week. I love this drink.

        Not going to the potluck, I've never been to those for some reason. I think it's because they are so secluded and far from the airports from what I've seen. Or at least the one is. My plan right now is Food Bloggers of Canada next month. Then I'm doing a cruise in January for Click. 2015 my agenda is Food Blog Forum, Blogher Food, Camp Blogaway and maybe IFBC. I had a blast in Seattle this past week, lots to see and do near the hotel, but it was a really odd conference. Lots of blogger drama, really cliquey and exclusionary, at least three girls were reduced to tears by some of the stuff that went on. I'd go again because I had a ball with blogger friends who live there, but I saw a side to blogging that was horrifying. It was the polar opposite vibe from food & wine. I just steered clear of the drama, not my scene. We had dinner the last night in the lobby and basically just said whoever wants pizza show up. We had an absolute blast that night.

        Reply
    6. Paula - bell'alimento

      September 25, 2014 at 3:54 pm

      You be jammin ; ) Love it!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:22 pm

        I've been singing the jiggy song with the word jammy all week. Ha

        Reply
    7. Anita

      September 25, 2014 at 6:07 pm

      Jam in a cocktail - never thought of that! But I have a total sweet tooth so this sounds like the drink for me!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:24 pm

        Me too, I have to try this. Susan sure is creative. One of the many reasons I love her.

        Reply
    8. Choc Chip Uru

      September 25, 2014 at 6:30 pm

      Never even realised you could have gin and jam in a cocktail together - crazy but awesome 😀

      Cheers
      Choc Chip Uru

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:34 pm

        Right. Susan is a genius, I tell ya, a genius.

        Reply
    9. Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic

      September 25, 2014 at 6:40 pm

      I couldn't agree more with Susan about plums being the forgotten fruit. Jam in a cocktail sounds delicious!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:40 pm

        I concur wholeheartedly. I love plums, so my dudes. I heart Susan and her creativity.

        Reply
    10. Karissa | Sweet as a Cookie

      September 25, 2014 at 6:48 pm

      After the week I've had I could go for one of these. Oh wait, it's only Thursday. Maybe tomorrow night, lol!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:46 pm

        Ha, I love this comment.

        Reply
    11. Lauren @ Healthy Delicious

      September 25, 2014 at 7:18 pm

      I've been wanting to try jam in a cocktail, and gin is my fave. I need to try this soon! <3

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:48 pm

        You do. I hope you did. Did you?

        *snorts*

        Reply
    12. Cathy Pollak ~ Noble Pig

      September 25, 2014 at 7:53 pm

      I love jam in a gin cocktail!! It's seriously one of the best combo's!!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:51 pm

        I need to try one. Stupid tummy. One weekend I'm just going to say F it and drink to my hearts content man. One day. And it will involve wine, and booze with jam.

        Reply
    13. Lisa @ Snappy Gourmet

      September 25, 2014 at 8:16 pm

      Jam & booze, what a great combo!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:53 pm

        Right. Susan is a genius.

        Reply
    14. Willow @ Will Cook For Friends

      September 25, 2014 at 11:01 pm

      Plums and cardamom? YES PLEASE. This is my kind of cocktail, and so perfect for fall. Pinning!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:57 pm

        I concur. Susan really did it up right. I'm so thrilled she guest posted for me. I heart her.

        Reply
    15. Nutmeg Nanny

      September 25, 2014 at 11:59 pm

      I LOVE jammy cocktails! I especially love them when it's paired with gin 🙂

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:58 pm

        It's like kismet.

        Reply
    16. Susan

      September 26, 2014 at 4:25 pm

      Thanks for having me Kim! Always a blast being over here for the day.

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 01, 2014 at 11:59 pm

        Thanks for being a willing victim. I am so happy I have friends like you who save my ass when I need time off. Thank you a million times over. xx

        Reply
    17. Aly ~ Cooking In Stilettos

      September 26, 2014 at 6:31 pm

      Susan is brilliant when it comes to cocktails! I never ever thought to whip up some jam into a drink - love love LOVE this!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 02, 2014 at 12:01 am

        She really is. And cookies. And a zillion other things.

        Reply
    18. Stacy

      September 27, 2014 at 1:30 pm

      Best use of the end of a jar of jam, EVER! I love this!

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        September 27, 2014 at 5:48 pm

        I concur. It's really quite brilliant. Susan is a smart cookie. Who make cookies. Yah Susan!

        Reply
    19. Melissa from HungryFoodLove.com

      September 29, 2014 at 8:17 am

      My husband is a Gin lover. I should make this drink with all the gin we have.

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 02, 2014 at 12:05 am

        You should. He will love it.

        Reply
    20. Julia

      September 02, 2018 at 7:00 pm

      5 stars
      I hate gin. I'm not a fan of plums. For some reason, I bought both and googled how to turn them into an acceptable drink.

      I made a spiced plum preserve, skipped the simple syrup, and WOW. This is how I'm going to get through the massive bottle of super floral Dillon's I picked up! I think this is the tenth cocktail I've tried with it, and is the first one to not taste like a 90-year-old woman smells.

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        September 13, 2018 at 11:00 pm

        I'm crying from laughter at your comment. Your last sentence perfectly describes my thoughts on gin. Yet with the plum it's heavenly.

        Thank you so much for your honest and hilarious comment. Cheers!

        Reply

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