Gin Soup

Indulge in a luxurious twist on comfort food with this aromatic Gin Soup, a unique blend of hearty vegetables, creamy texture, and herbaceous flavor with a splash of gin to elevate every spoonful. Sautéed onions, celery, and carrots form the base, while velvety potatoes and a splash of heavy cream create the perfect foundation for a subtle infusion of juniper notes from the gin. Accented with fresh thyme, lemon zest, and a touch of parsley, this soup is both earthy and refreshing. Perfect as an appetizer or a light main course, this recipe is ready in under an hour and serves four. Serve it with crusty bread for a dish that's as comforting as it is sophisticated. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just trying something new, this gin-infused soup is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 cup gin
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, celery, and diced carrot. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced potatoes, fresh thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 6

Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup to a blender in batches to purée, then return it to the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the gin, heavy cream, and lemon zest, and cook for 5 more minutes on low heat, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2196.4 grams (2196.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2010

Total Fat 77.30g	99%
Saturated Fat 30.30g	152%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 120mg	40%
Sodium 4905mg	213%
Total Carbohydrate 163.70g	60%
Dietary Fiber 26.50g	95%
Total Sugars 30.80g
Protein 26.70g	53%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 361mg	28%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 4580mg	97%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.7%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 44.9%