Singapore Sling
Ingredients
- 30 milliliters Gin
- 15 milliliters Maraschino Liqueur
- 7.5 milliliters Cointreau
- 7.5 milliliters Benedictine
- 15 milliliters Grenadine
- 120 milliliters Pineapple Juice
- 15 milliliters Lime Juice
- 1 dashes Angostura Bitters
- 1 dashes Club Soda
Instructions
A Singapore Sling is a classic cocktail with a tropical and fruity profile, originating from the Raffles Hotel in Singapore in the early 20th century. This iconic drink is known for its vibrant colors and complex combination of flavors.
To prepare the cocktail:
- Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
- Add the gin, cherry liqueur, Cointreau, Bénédictine, fresh lime juice, pineapple juice, and grenadine to the shaker.
- Shake the mixture well until thoroughly chilled.
- Strain the shaken mixture into a tall glass filled with ice cubes.
- Add a dash of Angostura bitters on top.
- Top off the glass with a splash of soda water.
- Garnish with a pineapple slice and a cherry on a cocktail pick.
The Singapore Sling is celebrated for its intricate blend of flavors. The gin serves as a base, while the combination of cherry liqueur, Cointreau, and Bénédictine adds layers of fruity sweetness and herbal complexity. The fresh lime juice and pineapple juice contribute tartness and tropical fruitiness, and the grenadine provides a touch of color and additional sweetness.
The cocktail's name, "Singapore Sling," adds a sense of exoticism and adventure to the drink. Its colorful appearance and variety of flavors make it a favorite choice for those seeking a taste of the tropics and a touch of history, given its ties to the historic Raffles Hotel.
The garnish of a pineapple slice and cherry enhances the cocktail's visual appeal, evoking images of a tropical paradise. The Singapore Sling is a symbol of classic cocktail culture, perfect for those who enjoy a flavorful and well-balanced libation with a touch of nostalgia.