Cocktail
Pink Lady
How to make a Pink Lady - the elegant gin cocktail with grenadine, egg white and a splash of apple brandy. A creamy pink classic from the 1920s.
5 minPrep time
mediumDifficulty
CoupeGlass
1Serving(s)
The Pink Lady is a glamorous gin cocktail from the 1920s that gets its delicate pink color from grenadine and its velvety texture from egg white. An elegant drink that skillfully combines sweet fruit and fine acidity.
Instructions
- Add gin, apple brandy, lemon juice, grenadine and egg white to the shaker.
- First shake vigorously without ice (dry shake).
- Add ice cubes and shake well again.
- Double strain into a chilled coupe.
- Garnish with a cocktail cherry and serve.
Garnish: Cocktail cherry
Pro tip: Shake the drink first without ice (dry shake) so the egg white foams up nicely, and only then with ice - this creates the characteristic creamy foam crown.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the Pink Lady pink?
The pink color comes from the grenadine, a syrup made from pomegranate.
What is the egg white for in the Pink Lady?
The egg white provides a creamy texture and the typical fine foam crown on the drink.
Can I make the Pink Lady without apple brandy?
Yes, an older version uses only gin, grenadine and egg white - but the apple brandy adds a nice fruity depth.
Ingredients
- Gin4.5 cl
- Apple brandy (Calvados)1.5 cl
- Lemon juice1.5 cl
- Grenadine1 cl
- Egg white1 piece
- Cocktail cherry1 piece
