Melbourne Laneway Gin Tiramisu
A Melbourne take on the classic Italian tiramisu. Made with our Melbourne Laneway Gin, which pairs beautifully with fluffy mascarpone and smooth espresso. Serve with Coffee Negronis, Espresso martinis and a bowl of cherries to cut through the richness.
Ingredients
- 45ml Melbourne Laneway Gin
- 250g quality mascarpone
- 300 ml thickened cream
- 75g caster sugar
- 43 egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 200 ml strong espresso, cooled
- 200g Savoiardi sponge biscuits
- Dutch cocoa
Tips
- Buy good quality mascarpone; it will help the tiramisu set better.
- A good Dutch cocoa will provide a smoother, richer taste.
For the best depth of flavour, use Melbourne Laneway Gin and allow the tiramisu to set overnight before serving.
Method
- Whisk the egg yolks and sugar in a bowl over a pot of simmering water until thick and pale.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- Whip the cream to soft peaks.
- Fold the mascarpone and vanilla into the egg mixture, then gently fold in the whipped cream until smooth.
- Stir the Melbourne Laneway Gin into the cooled espresso.
- Dip each biscuit quickly in the coffee mixture and arrange in layer over base of dish
- Spread half the mascarpone mixture over the layer and repeat, finishing with a layer of mascarpone
- Let chill for at least six hours (preferably overnight)
- Finish with dusting of cocoa





