Gin · Medium
Suffering Bastard
A WWII Cairo hangover cure from Joe Scialom's Long Bar at Shepheard's Hotel — gin and bourbon united with lime and ginger beer into an unexpectedly refreshing highball.
- Time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Glass
- Highball glass
Ingredients
- GinGinGin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that derives its predominant flavor from juniper berries and other botanicals. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Martini and Gin and Tonic.30 ml
- BourbonBourbonBourbon is a type of American whiskey made primarily from corn, with a sweet, full-bodied flavor profile. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Mint Julep.30 ml
- Fresh lime juiceFresh lime juiceFresh lime juice is the acidic liquid extracted from ripe limes, commonly used in cocktails for its tart and citrusy flavor. It is a key ingredient in drinks like Margaritas and Daiquiris.15 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.2 dashes
- Ginger beerGinger beerGinger beer is a fermented beverage made from ginger, sugar, and water, often with a spicy and sweet flavor profile. It is commonly used as a mixer in cocktails like the Moscow Mule.90 ml
Gear
Method
- 1
Fill a highball glass or copper mug with ice cubes.
- 2
Add ginginGin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that derives its predominant flavor from juniper berries and other botanicals. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Martini and Gin and Tonic. and bourbonbourbonBourbon is a type of American whiskey made primarily from corn, with a sweet, full-bodied flavor profile. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Mint Julep. over the ice.
- 3
Squeeze in fresh lime juicefresh lime juiceFresh lime juice is the acidic liquid extracted from ripe limes, commonly used in cocktails for its tart and citrusy flavor. It is a key ingredient in drinks like Margaritas and Daiquiris. and add the spent lime shell to the glass.
- 4
Add 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., then top with cold ginger beerginger beerGinger beer is a fermented beverage made from ginger, sugar, and water, often with a spicy and sweet flavor profile. It is commonly used as a mixer in cocktails like the Moscow Mule..
- 5
Gently stir once to combine. Garnish with a lime wedge and a sprig of fresh mint.
