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Singapore Sling
The Singapore Sling is a legendary tropical cocktail known for its complex, fruity, and sour flavor profile. Created at the Raffles Hotel in Singapore around 1915, this vibrant drink balances herbal notes with sweet cherry and tart citrus. It is a refreshing choice for warm afternoons, summer parties, or any festive gathering that calls for an exotic escape.
- GlassHighball
- MethodShake
- Time3 min
- Strength≈ 7% ABV
How to make a Singapore Sling
Shake it in a highball with ice cubes. About 3 minutes.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Add the gin, cherry liqueur, Cointreau, DOM Benedictine, grenadine syrup, pineapple juice, lime juice, and Angostura bitters.
- Shake the mixture well until chilled.
- Strain the liquid into a highball glass.
- Garnish with a pineapple wedge and a maraschino cherry.
Bartender’s tips
- If you do not have gin on hand, you can substitute it with genever for a slightly maltier base.
- Use fresh pineapple juice and fresh lime juice to achieve the best froth and a bright, balanced flavor profile.
- Chill your highball glass in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving to keep the drink cold longer.
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★ 4.6 · 584 ratingsSingapore Sling questions
What is the primary alcohol in a Singapore Sling?
The primary spirit is gin, which is complemented by cherry liqueur, Cointreau, and DOM Benedictine.
How strong is a Singapore Sling?
This cocktail is relatively light and refreshing, with an alcohol by volume (ABV) of about 7%.
Can I substitute the lime juice in this recipe?
Yes, if you do not have fresh lime juice, you can use lemon juice as an alternative.