Floradora
Vibrant gin cocktail with tart lime, sweet raspberry, and spicy ginger beer for balanced fruitiness.
Recipe
- London Dry Gin50 ml
- Lime Juice25 ml
- Raspberry Syrup20 ml
- Ginger Beer60 ml
- Raspberry3
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Description
The Floradora is a delightful early 20th-century cocktail that showcases the harmonious marriage of gin’s botanical complexity with the bright acidity of lime juice, the sweet-tart essence of raspberry, and the warming spice of ginger beer. This refreshing highball offers layers of flavor that dance on the palate, making it an ideal choice for summer gatherings or as an elegant pre-dinner cocktail.
Nutritional information
1 cocktail (250ml)Tips & Notes
Choose a quality gin with a clean, crisp botanical profile to let the fruit flavors shine through without competing.
Homemade raspberry syrup provides the brightest, freshest flavor - simmer equal parts sugar and water with fresh raspberries for 5 minutes, then strain.
Use ginger beer instead of ginger ale for a more pronounced spicy kick that balances the sweet raspberry beautifully.
Always use freshly squeezed lime juice and strain through a fine mesh to remove pulp for the cleanest taste.
Can I use raspberry liqueur instead of raspberry syrup?
Yes, you can substitute raspberry liqueur like Chambord for the syrup. Use about 15ml instead of 20ml syrup, as liqueurs are typically sweeter and more concentrated. This will also add a slight additional alcohol content to the drink.
What's the difference between using ginger beer versus ginger ale?
Ginger beer is spicier and less sweet with a more pronounced ginger bite, while ginger ale is milder and sweeter. Ginger beer creates a more balanced cocktail by offsetting the sweet raspberry, but ginger ale works if you prefer a gentler, sweeter drink.
Can I make this cocktail ahead of time?
You can pre-mix the gin, lime juice, and raspberry syrup and store chilled for up to 4 hours. However, add the ginger beer and fresh garnishes just before serving to maintain carbonation and prevent dilution.
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