Cocktail
Pegu Club
How to make a Pegu Club - the spicy, fresh gin cocktail with curacao, lime and bitters. A classic from the legendary Pegu Club in Rangoon.
4 minPrep time
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1Serving(s)
The Pegu Club is a spicy, fresh gin cocktail from the colonial era that became the house drink at the club of the same name in Rangoon. With orange curacao, fresh lime and two kinds of bitters, it is a lively, dry classic.
Instructions
- Add gin, orange curacao, lime juice and both bitters to the shaker.
- Fill up with ice cubes.
- Shake vigorously until the shaker frosts on the outside.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
- Garnish with a lime zest and serve.
Garnish: Lime zest
Pro tip: Use freshly pressed lime juice - the fresh acidity is the key to the lively, spicy character of the Pegu Club.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Pegu Club get its name?
It is named after the British Pegu Club, a gentlemen's club in what was then Rangoon (now Myanmar).
Which gin is suitable for the Pegu Club?
A classic London Dry gin works best, as its juniper note carries the spice of the curacao well.
How does the Pegu Club taste?
It is dry, spicy and citrus-fresh: the lime and the bitters give it a refreshing, slightly tart note.
Ingredients
- Gin6 cl
- Orange curacao2 cl
- Lime juice2 cl
- Angostura bitters1 dash
- Orange bitters1 dash
- Lime zest1 piece
