Long Drink
Floradora
How to make a Floradora - the sparkling longdrink of gin, raspberry syrup, lime and ginger ale. A refreshing classic from the Belle Epoque.
4 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Highball glassGlass
1Serving(s)
The Floradora is a sparkling longdrink from the Belle Epoque that combines gin with raspberry, lime and ginger ale. Fruity, lightly fizzy and wonderfully refreshing - an elegant summer classic.
Instructions
- Add gin, raspberry syrup and lime juice to the shaker.
- Fill up with ice cubes and shake vigorously.
- Strain into a highball glass filled with ice cubes.
- Top up with cold ginger ale.
- Stir briefly and garnish with fresh raspberries.
Garnish: Fresh raspberries and lime slice
Pro tip: Add the ginger ale carefully only at the end and stir briefly so the carbonation and lively freshness are preserved.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Floradora come from?
The Floradora emerged around 1900 and was named after the then-popular Broadway musical Floradora.
Can I use fresh raspberries instead of raspberry syrup?
Yes, you can muddle fresh raspberries with a little sugar in the shaker to achieve a fresh raspberry flavour.
Which ginger ale works best?
A spicy ginger ale that is not too sweet pairs ideally with the raspberry and the gin.
Ingredients
- Gin5 cl
- Raspberry syrup2 cl
- Lime juice2 cl
- Ginger Ale10 cl
- fresh raspberriesa few
- Ice cubesas needed
