Gin · Strong
Pink Gin
The classic British naval gin cocktail — just London dry gin and a few dashes of Angostura bitters, stirred until ice cold and served in a chilled coupe. Simple, elegant, and timeless.
- Time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Glass
- Coupe
Ingredients
- London dry ginLondon dry ginLondon dry gin is a style of gin that is distilled with botanicals, primarily juniper, and is characterized by its dry flavor profile. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Gin and Tonic and Martini.60 ml
- Angostura bittersAngostura bittersAngostura bitters are a concentrated aromatic bitters originating from Venezuela, made from a blend of herbs and spices. They are commonly used to add complexity to cocktails like the Old Fashioned.3 dashes
- Lemon peel (garnish)Lemon peel (garnish)Lemon peel is the outer zest of the lemon fruit, known for its bright citrus aroma and flavor. It is commonly used as a garnish to enhance cocktails with a fresh, zesty note.1 twist
Gear
Method
- 1
Place a coupe glass in the freezer to chill, or fill it with ice water and set aside.
- 2
Add gin and Angostura bittersAngostura bittersAngostura bitters are a concentrated aromatic bitters originating from Venezuela, made from a blend of herbs and spices. They are commonly used to add complexity to cocktails like the Old Fashioned. to a mixing glass filled with ice.
- 3
Stir with a bar spoon for 20–25 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
- 4
Discard the ice from the coupe and strain the cocktail into the chilled glass.
- 5
Express a lemon peel over the surface and discard, or use as garnish.
