Army & Navy
The Quirky Foodster Team
Coupe or cocktail glass
Glass
None traditionally required
Garnish
Ingredients
- Gin — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Fresh lemon juice — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
- Orgeat (almond syrup) — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
Method
- Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
- Shake until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
- Serve without garnish.
Description: A simple gin sour sweetened with almond-flavored orgeat instead of plain syrup, giving it a nutty richness.
Cultural Background: A vintage recipe revived during the 2000s craft cocktail movement, with an exact origin that remains undocumented.
Tips: A good-quality orgeat (not overly artificial-tasting) makes a real difference here.
Variations: A dash of Angostura bitters adds extra depth for those who want more complexity.
Serving Suggestion: Serve up, well chilled, as a nutty, balanced gin sour.
Nutrition: Approx. 165 kcal per serving
FAQs:
Q: What's orgeat?
A: A sweet, almond-based syrup often flavored with orange flower water, widely used in tiki and classic cocktails.
- Gin — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Fresh lemon juice — 22.5 ml (3/4 oz)
- Orgeat (almond syrup) — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
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