Pepper Lime Sour - A Zesty, Native-Forward Cocktail with Jumbuck Gin

A Silky, Citrus-Driven Native Sour

If you’re looking for a cocktail that captures freshness, texture and native Australian character, the Pepper Lime Sour is the perfect serve. Built around the expressive botanical profile of Jumbuck Gin, this sour layers bright finger lime, gentle spice, silky egg white and aromatic bitters into a refreshing, modern expression of Australia’s native landscape.

Finished with a splash of soda for lift and lightness, it’s a cocktail that tastes clean, zesty and beautifully balanced — equal parts bright citrus and warm botanical depth.

The Native Botanical Story of Jumbuck Gin

Jumbuck Gin celebrates the extraordinary diversity of Australian botanicals. Crafted with seven native ingredients sitting atop a classic dry gin base of juniper, coriander and orris root, it’s a spirit that blends familiarity with discovery.

Its standout botanicals include:

• Strawberry gum — bringing sweetness, fruit and gentle eucalyptus notes
• Lemon myrtle — offering bright, zesty citrus aromatics
• Pepperberry — lending a warm, earthy spice
• Additional native herbs & plants adding complexity and depth

Jumbuck Gin is dry and spicy upfront with a strong juniper backbone, carried forward by sweet, citrus-tinted native botanicals. It’s a gin that thrives in cocktails that allow its native character to shine — like the Pepper Lime Sour.

What the Pepper Lime Sour Tastes Like

The Pepper Lime Sour is fresh, aromatic and silky, offering a blend of citrus, native spice and bright botanicals. Its flavour profile highlights:

• Zesty citrus burst from fresh finger lime
• Warm native spice from Jumbuck Gin and pepperberry notes
• Silky texture from the egg white foam
• Light sweetness from sugar syrup
• Aromatic lift from Angostura bitters
• Refreshing sparkle from a splash of soda

Each sip balances brightness with savoury botanical depth, creating a cocktail that feels elegant and distinctly Australian.

Perfect Occasions for the Pepper Lime Sour

This cocktail suits a range of moments, including:

Warm afternoon drinks

Refreshing enough for a hot day while still full of character.

Dinner parties

The silky texture and aromatic finish make it an ideal starter.

Creative cocktail nights

A standout serve for guests who love native flavours or citrus-driven drinks.

Showcasing Australian spirits

The Pepper Lime Sour is an exceptional way to highlight Jumbuck Gin’s native profile.

Pepper Lime Sour — Recipe

Ingredients

• 45ml Rothwell Distillery Jumbuck Gin
• 1–2 tsp Fresh Finger Lime (or 10ml finger lime juice)
• 20ml Fresh Lemon Juice
• 15ml Sugar Syrup
• 1tbsp Egg White (or aquafaba alternative)
• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
• Soda Water to top (small splash)
• Ice

Method

1. Add Jumbuck Gin, finger lime, lemon juice, sugar syrup and egg white to a shaker.
2. Dry shake (no ice) to create foam.
3. Add ice and shake again until chilled.
4. Strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass.
5. Add a small splash of soda water to lift the foam.
6. Finish with 2 dashes of Angostura bitters on top.

A Native Sour with Brightness & Bite

The Pepper Lime Sour is a refreshing, aromatic and vibrant cocktail that celebrates the depth of Australian botanicals through Jumbuck Gin. With its zesty finger lime, warming pepperberry notes and silky texture, it’s a drink that feels both modern and rooted in native tradition.

Enjoy it on warm days, serve it to impress guests, or use it to showcase the beautiful flavours that make Australian spirits truly one of a kind.