Singapore Sling
The legendary cocktail born at Singapore's Raffles Hotel in 1915 — a complex, fruity gin drink with cherry liqueur, Benedictine, and tropical juices. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz London dry gin
- 0.5 oz Cherry Heering
- 0.3 oz Cointreau
- 0.3 oz Benedictine
- 4 oz Pineapple juice
- 0.5 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.3 oz Grenadine
- 1 dash Angostura bitters
- pineapple wedge (garnish) garnish
- maraschino cherry (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Serve with Asian-inspired small plates such as satay skewers, spring rolls, or chili-lime seafood to echo the drink's tropical roots and complex spice profile. Southeast Asian cuisine featuring coconut, tamarind, and fresh herbs creates an authentic and harmonious pairing.
Instructions
Add gin, Cherry Heering, Cointreau, Benedictine, pineapple juice, lime juice, grenadine, and bitters to a shaker with ice
Shake vigorously for 15 seconds
Strain into an ice-filled hurricane or tall glass
Garnish with a pineapple wedge and maraschino cherry
Tips
Cherry Heering is non-negotiable — it's the soul of this cocktail The original Raffles Hotel recipe uses a specific ratio, so measure carefully This cocktail benefits from the freshest pineapple juice you can find