A timeless, silky gin cocktail that combines raspberry syrup, fresh lemon juice, and a frothy egg white for a delicate, visually striking cocktail. Named after a gentlemen’s club in Philadelphia, it’s as sophisticated as it is refreshing.
📋 Cocktail Overview
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🍸 Style: Sour / Pre-Prohibition Classic
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🌿 Flavor Profile: Tart, fruity, velvety
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🕰 Time to Make: 5 minutes
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🥃 Glassware: Coupe glass
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🧊 Method: Shaken
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Cocktail shaker (or Boston shaker)
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Jigger or measuring tool
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Fine mesh strainer
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Coupe glass
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Bar spoon
1. Dry Shake (Without Ice)
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In a shaker, add:
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1½ oz gin
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½ oz raspberry syrup
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¾ oz lemon juice
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½ oz egg white
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Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds to create a creamy, frothy texture.
2. Shake with Ice
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Open the shaker, add ice, and shake again for 15–20 seconds until well-chilled and frothy.
3. Strain & Serve
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Fine strain into a chilled coupe glass to catch any ice shards and ensure a smooth, velvety texture.
4. Garnish & Finish
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Garnish with a fresh raspberry or a delicate lemon twist placed on the edge of the glass.
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Optionally, dust with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar for a refined finish.
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Dry vs. Wet Shake: The first shake without ice helps emulsify the egg white and create that iconic froth.
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Raspberry Syrup Substitute: Muddle fresh raspberries with ½ oz simple syrup for a fresher, more vibrant flavor.
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Raspberry Gin: Infuse the gin with raspberries for an extra punch of fruitiness.
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Floral Twist: Add a dash of rose water or orange blossom water to elevate the aroma.
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Vegan Option: Use aquafaba (chickpea brine) instead of egg white for a similar texture.
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Appetizers: Goat cheese crostini, smoked salmon, or cucumber sandwiches
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Desserts: Raspberry macarons, lemon bars, or vanilla panna cotta
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Occasions: Brunch, bridal showers, or elegant cocktail parties
Ingredients
Directions
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Cocktail shaker (or Boston shaker)
-
Jigger or measuring tool
-
Fine mesh strainer
-
Coupe glass
-
Bar spoon
1. Dry Shake (Without Ice)
-
In a shaker, add:
-
1½ oz gin
-
½ oz raspberry syrup
-
¾ oz lemon juice
-
½ oz egg white
-
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Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds to create a creamy, frothy texture.
2. Shake with Ice
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Open the shaker, add ice, and shake again for 15–20 seconds until well-chilled and frothy.
3. Strain & Serve
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Fine strain into a chilled coupe glass to catch any ice shards and ensure a smooth, velvety texture.
4. Garnish & Finish
-
Garnish with a fresh raspberry or a delicate lemon twist placed on the edge of the glass.
-
Optionally, dust with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar for a refined finish.
-
Dry vs. Wet Shake: The first shake without ice helps emulsify the egg white and create that iconic froth.
-
Raspberry Syrup Substitute: Muddle fresh raspberries with ½ oz simple syrup for a fresher, more vibrant flavor.
-
Raspberry Gin: Infuse the gin with raspberries for an extra punch of fruitiness.
-
Floral Twist: Add a dash of rose water or orange blossom water to elevate the aroma.
-
Vegan Option: Use aquafaba (chickpea brine) instead of egg white for a similar texture.
-
Appetizers: Goat cheese crostini, smoked salmon, or cucumber sandwiches
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Desserts: Raspberry macarons, lemon bars, or vanilla panna cotta
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Occasions: Brunch, bridal showers, or elegant cocktail parties