The Floradora dates back to the early twentieth century and was named after a popular Broadway musical. It became known for its bright colour and refreshing profile.
Made with gin, raspberry, lime, and ginger ale, it is light, slightly fruity, and easy to enjoy. The ginger adds a gentle spice that lifts the drink. It is a cocktail that feels both playful and well balanced.
Why Lush Life Loves It
I always think this is a great one to suggest when someone wants something different but still easy to drink. It has just enough going on to keep it interesting.
Here is the recipe
Floradora
When we say love is in the air, we definitely are referring to the refreshing, classic gin cocktail named Floradora. With a subtle pink hue and a sweet and spicy flavor, Floradora is hard not to love!
Ingredients
- 2 ounces London dry gin
- 1 ounce lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1/2 ounce raspberry syrup*
- Ginger beer or ginger ale chilled, to top
- Garnish: raspberries
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a shaker
- Add ice
- Shake, shake, shake
- Double-strain into a highball glass filled with ice
- Top up with ginger ale (or ginger beer)
- Stir gently
- Garnish with raspberries and lime.
Notes
To make raspberry syrup: add 1 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water to a pot. Stir until the sugar over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Add 1/2 cup of fresh raspberries, and crush. Let sit until cooled and then strain to remove the seeds.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 176kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 43mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 14IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 1mg
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