Teresa's Recipes
Ramos Gin Fizz
Take a trip to the heart of New Orleans with the Ramos Gin Fizz, a tantalizingly creamy and refreshingly tangy cocktail. Known for its frothy, velvety texture and the delicate balance of citrusy sweetness, this drink is a true cocktail classic. It's a delightful symphony of gin, citrus, cream, and a touch of orange flower water, topped off with effervescent soda water for a sparkling finish.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Gin
- 1/2 ounce Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 ounce Simple syrup
- 1 ounce Heavy cream
- 1 Egg white
- 3 drops Orange flower water
- To top up Soda water
- As required Ice
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 1
- Dish Type: Drink
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Sugar: 8g
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, lemon juice, lime juice, simple syrup, heavy cream, egg white, and orange flower water.
- Add enough ice to the shaker to fill it halfway.
- Shake the mixture vigorously for about 1 minute. This step is crucial in creating the frothy, velvety texture this cocktail is known for.
- Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with ice.
- Top up the cocktail with soda water, stirring gently to combine and create a beautiful, foamy top.
- Serve immediately with a optional garnish of a lemon twist or cherry.
Tips
- Shake the cocktail shaker with both hands to ensure a good mix.
- Use a fresh egg white for the best froth.
- The orange flower water is a key ingredient, don't skip it! You can find it in specialty food stores or online.