Gin Daisy
A delightful classic cocktail from the pre-Prohibition era, the Gin Daisy is a refreshing variation of the sour family. This recipe balances the botanical notes of gin with tart lemon juice, a touch of superfine sugar, and a hint of grenadine for color and subtle sweetness, served simply in a rocks glass.
Ingredients
- 2 OZ Gin
- 1 OZ Lemon Juice
- 0.5 TSP Superfine Sugar
- 0.5 TSP Grenadine
- 1 WHOLE Maraschino Cherry
- 1 SLICE Orange
How to Make It
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
- Add the gin, lemon juice, superfine sugar, and grenadine to the shaker.
- Shake vigorously until the mixture is well-chilled and the sugar has dissolved.
- Pour the contents into an Old Fashioned glass.
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry and a slice of orange.
Glassware
Old Fashioned Glass
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