Best 2 Gin Tomato Soup Recipes

Gin tomato soup is a unique and flavorful soup that combines the tanginess of tomatoes with the botanical notes of gin. It is a great way to use up leftover gin and can be served as an appetizer or a main course. This classic cocktail-inspired soup is sure to impress your guests with its unexpected and delightful flavor profile. It is a relatively easy soup to make, and the ingredients are readily available at most grocery stores.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GIN TOMATO SOUP

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This "tipsy tomato" soup was adapted from a recipe from Le Pavillon at The Four Season's Hotel in Vancouver, BC. A very rich and special souper soup!

Provided by Lorac

Categories Pork

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans tomatoes, peeled and diced
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/8 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon sugar
2 dashes Tabasco sauce
6 slices bacon, cut into thin strips
1/4 cup butter
4 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1/3 cup gin
1/2 cup heavy cream
salt and pepper

Steps:

Combine tomato, garlic, thyme, paprika, sugar and Tabasco in a blender and puree.
In a soup pot, sauté bacon until crisp, drain on paper towels.
Add butter to pan with bacon drippings, melt butter, add mushrooms and sauté until golden.
Add gin and bacon, stir, add tomato sauce and simmer 15 minutes.
Add cream, season with salt and pepper and serve.

GIN SOUP

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I have never made this, but have eaten it lots ... it's from a favourite local restaurant and when the newspaper published the recipe, I immediately clipped it. Yum.

Provided by Lennie

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

5 fresh tomatoes, peeled,seeded and mashed
3 cloves garlic, peeled and mashed
2 cups beef stock
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 lb fresh button mushroom, , sliced
3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup gin
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
2 cups whipping cream

Steps:

In a glass bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, beef stock, thyme, and salt and pepper; mix well.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, saute the mushrooms in the butter for 3 or 4 minutes.
Add the tomato mixture, the Tabasco sauce and the gin and heat just until liquid begins to boil.
Add cream and heat until liquid is just near the boiling point, but do not let it boil.
Serve immediately.

Tips:

Use ripe tomatoes: The sweeter the tomatoes, the better the soup will be. If you can, use fresh tomatoes from your garden or a local farmers market.
Roast the tomatoes: Roasting the tomatoes intensifies their flavor and gives the soup a smoky depth of flavor.
Use a good quality gin: The gin you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the soup. Choose a gin with a strong juniper flavor, such as a London dry gin.
Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many ways to make gin tomato soup. Feel free to add other ingredients that you think will complement the flavors, such as fresh herbs, spices, or even a splash of cream.

Conclusion:

Gin tomato soup is a delicious and unique soup that is perfect for a party or a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a new soup recipe, give gin tomato soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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