THE RAFFLES HOTEL ORIGINAL SINGAPORE GIN SLING COCKTAIL
The Singapore Sling is one of those wonderful drinks that we probably have all heard of, but perhaps have never had. And because this recipe is often incorrectly recorded in most recipe books, even if you've think you've had it, you probably haven't. One of the key, and often overlooked ingredients in this drink is Benedictine. While the resulting flavour is not overly predominate, it does add a certain taste profile that would be totally missing without this secret ingredient. None dispute that the Singapore Sling was originally created by Mr. Ngiam Tong Boon for the Raffles Hotel in Singapore. However that is where the agreements end. The exact date is in question, with some people claiming it was in 1915, some 1913, while the hotel itself claims that it was created sometime prior to 1910. There is also plenty of disagreement as to how closely the current version of this drink that is served at Raffles is to what was originally served. Apparently the original recipe was lost and forgotten sometime in the 1930's, and the drink that they currently serve at the hotel's Long Bar (see recipe below) is based on memories of former bartenders, and some written notes that they were able to discover. Whatever the truth may be, this "iconic" drink is still enjoyed today, as much as it was back in the early 20th century! Maybe, the only way to really appreciate this cocktail, is to sip it slowly whilst sitting in a rattan chair, under the ceiling fans in the Long Bar at Raffles Hotel!
Provided by French Tart
Categories Beverages
Time 3m
Yield 1 Singapore Gin Sling, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Shake with ice.
- Strain into an ice filled collins glass.
- Garnish with cherry and slice of pineapple.
- SINGAPORE SLING.
- The Singapore Sling was created at Raffles Hotel at the turn-of-the-century by Hainanese-Chinese bartender, Mr. Ngiam Tong Boon.
- In the Hotel's museum, visitors may view the safe in which Mr. Ngiam locked away his precious recipe books, as well as the Sling recipe hastily jotted on a bar-chit in 1936 by a visitor to the Hotel who asked the waiter for it.
- Originally, the Singapore Sling was meant as a woman's drink, hence the attractive pink colour. Today, it is very definately a drink enjoyed by all, without which any visit to Raffles Hotel is incomplete.
- Metric Measurements as printed on the orginal raffles Hotel menu.
- 30ml Gin.
- 15 ml Cherry Brandy.
- 120 ml Pineapple Juice.
- 15 ml Lime Juice.
- 7.5 ml Cointreau.
- 7.5 ml Dom Benedictine.
- 10 ml Grenadine.
- A Dash of Angostura Bitters.
- Garnish with a slice of Pineapple and Cherry.
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Chelsea Playz
[email protected]This cocktail is a bit too strong for my taste, but it's still very good.
Abrar Hasni
[email protected]I'm not a fan of gin, but I actually enjoyed this Singapore Sling. It's a very well-balanced cocktail.
netor
[email protected]This cocktail is very easy to make, but it doesn't taste like much. I was disappointed.
Lynnette
[email protected]I had a hard time finding some of the ingredients for this cocktail, but it was worth the effort. It's a very special drink.
Musa Antonio
[email protected]This cocktail is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.
Oluwafemi Idowu
[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect from this Singapore Sling, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a very unique and delicious cocktail.
Md Anos
[email protected]This cocktail is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect drink for a hot summer day.
Abdulleeah
[email protected]I've made this Singapore Sling several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to impress your friends with your bartending skills.
Tiffany Fitzgerald
[email protected]This cocktail is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the addition of the pineapple juice.
Numan Uddin
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making this Singapore Sling, but I'm so glad I did! It was incredibly easy to make and it tasted amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.
Md alif Mia
[email protected]I made this Singapore Sling for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. It's a great cocktail for any occasion.
Musana Salimu
[email protected]This Singapore Sling was absolutely delicious! The combination of gin, cherry liqueur, and pineapple juice was perfect, and the lime juice added a nice tartness. I would definitely recommend this cocktail to anyone who enjoys a refreshing and flavorf