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Paradise

Classic/vintage · Fruity (e.g. Pornstar Martini) · Sours (citrus)

3.8 45 ratings

Ingredients

1 1/2 oz Gin
3/4 oz Apricot liqueur
3/4 oz Orange juice
1/4 oz Lemon juice
2 dash Orange bitters

How to make

Serve in a coupe glass

Prepare

  1. 1 Select and pre-chill a COUPE GLASS.
  2. 2 Prepare garnish of orange zest twist and apricot wedge.

Method

  1. 3 SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
  2. 4 FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.

Garnish

  1. 5 EXPRESS orange zest twist over cocktail and discard.
  2. 6 Garnish with apricot wedge or dried apricot half on rim.

Flavour profile

19.1% alc./vol. · 1.4 standard drinks · 159 calories

History

This gin-based cocktail highlights the quality of the apricot liqueur. Off-dry rather than sweet.

The Paradise Cocktail first appeared in Harry McElhone's 1922 book, Harry's ABC of Mixing Cocktails, with equal parts dry gin, apricot brandy, and orange juice. A better formulation was presented in Harry Craddock's 1930 The Savoy Cocktail Book. PARADISE COCKTAIL. 1 Dash Lemon Juice. ¼ Orange Juice. ½ Gin. ¼ Apricot Brandy. Shake well and strain into cocktail glass.