The London Calling cocktail is a modern twist on the gin sour with the addition of sherry. Here’s how to make it.
London Calling Cocktail – Photo © Cocktails & Bars
Although relatively new to the cocktail scene, the drink can be called a modern classic. The gin-based cocktail is the invention of bartender Chris Jepson from Milk & Honey in London back in 2002. The cocktail is essentially a twist on the gin sour with the addition of sherry that elevates the drink. The shaken cocktail is served in a coupette or a Martini glass and garnished with a grapefruit twist.
London Calling Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients
- 45ml gin
- 15ml fino sherry
- 15ml simple syrup
- 15ml lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 dashes of orange bitters
Glassware: coupette or Martini glass
Garnish: grapefruit twist
Method
In a cocktail shaker, add gin, fino sherry, simple syrup, freshly squeezed lemon juice and orange bitters over ice and shake vigorously until chilled. Double strain into a chilled coupette or Martini glass. Express the grapefruit twist over the cocktail then add to the drink.
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