Singapore Sling
Shake all ingredients with ice. Strain into glass filled with new ice
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Measurement Guide
All measurements are shown in shots for easy bartending. Use these conversions at your bar.
Fun Facts
Origin
The Singapore Sling was created by Ngiam Tong Boon, a bartender at the Long Bar in Singapore's Raffles Hotel around 1915. Originally developed as a drink for women, the cocktail was designed to appear fruity and pink, disguising its potent alcoholic content. The classic recipe includes gin, cherry heering, Cointreau, Bénédictine, grenadine, pineapple juice, fresh lime juice, and a dash of Angostura bitters
Popularity
The Singapore Sling became widely popular in the 1920s and 1930s, as its reputation grew among travelers who visited the Raffles Hotel and spread the word about this unique drink. Its international fame was boosted by the jet set of the mid-20th century, who embraced exotic and visually appealing cocktails
Culture & History
The Singapore Sling is more than just a cocktail; it's a piece of Singaporean heritage and a symbol of its colonial past and cosmopolitan present. It has played a significant role in putting Singapore on the map as a global city with a rich cultural tapestry. The cocktail is celebrated for its complex flavor profile and remains a must-try for visitors to Singapore, contributing to the city-state's tourism and global culinary reputation. Its ongoing popularity has also led to numerous variations and experiments, keeping the spirit of the original recipe alive in bars around the world
