The Ramos Gin Fizz is a classic New Orleans cocktail known for its texture and technique. It dates back to the late nineteenth century and became famous for the amount of shaking required. It is one of the more labor intensive classics.
Gin, citrus, cream, and egg white combine to create a light, almost fluffy texture. The balance is delicate despite the number of ingredients. It is a drink that rewards patience.
Why Lush Life Loves It
I do not order this often, but when I do, I appreciate the effort behind it. It is one of those drinks that feels like a craft. It is worth it when done properly.
Here is the recipe
Ramos Gin Fizz
A New Orleans classic, the Ramos Gin Fizz was created by Henry Charles “Carl” Ramos at the Imperial Cabinet Saloon in 1888! Since then it has become one of the city's enduring classics!
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Gin
- 1/2 ounce Fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce Fresh lime juice
- 1 Egg white
- 3/4 ounce Simple syrup
- 1/2 ounce Heavy cream
- 3 dashes Orange flower water
- Club soda to top
Instructions
- Add the gin, simple syrup, heavy cream, equal parts lemon and lime juices, orange flower water and egg white into a shaker WITHOUT ICE
- Dry-shake until you can't anymore
- Add ice
- Shake, shake, shake
- Strain into a Highball glass.
- Pour club soda inside edge of shaker to loosen remaining froth. Add that gently into the drink and serve.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 241kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 62mgSugar: 11g
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