Ingredients
- 1½ oz Gin
- ½ oz Cherry Heering
- ¼ oz Triple Sec or Cointreau
- ¼ oz Benedictine
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 1 dash Angostura aromatic bitters
- 1 barspoon grenadine
- Ice cubes
- Cherry and pineapple Slice - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Highball Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Shaker
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass with ice cubes.
- Combine Ingredients: In the shaker, combine 1 dash Angostura aromatic bitters, 1 barspoon grenadine, ¼ oz Triple Sec or Cointreau, ¼ oz Benedictine, ½ oz Cherry Heering, ½ oz fresh lime juice, 1½ oz Gin, and 2 oz pineapple juice.
- Shake: Ice up the cocktail shaker and shake for about 15-20 seconds
- Pour: Strain the mixture into the highball glass over fresh ice cubes.
- Garnish: Add a cherry and a slice of pineapple for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Gin: Vodka can work as a neutral base if you're out of Gin. I've also used rum for a tropical twist.
- Cherry Heering: I've used cherry liqueur or grenadine in a pinch, although the flavor profile will change.
- Cointreau: Triple sec or another orange liqueur can stand in for Cointreau.
- Benedictine: This is a unique herbal liqueur, but you can try using a splash of herbal tea with a bit of honey if you're desperate.
- Angostura Bitters: Orange bitters or even a dash of lemon juice can work if you're out of Angostura.
Making a Pitcher of Singapore Sling:
- Scale: To serve 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That's 12 oz of Gin, 4 oz of Cherry Heering, 2 oz of Cointreau, 2 oz of Benedictine, 4 oz of fresh lime juice, 8 bar spoon of grenadine, and 16 oz of pineapple juice.
- Mix: Combine all the ingredients in a large pitcher and stir well.
- Serve: Pour into ice-filled highball glasses, garnish, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Gin Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gin substitute or even a mix of herbal teas for the botanicals.
- Cherry Heering Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic cherry syrup.
- Cointreau and Benedictine Substitute: Use orange and herbal extracts mixed with simple syrup.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes and follow the original steps.
Making it Vegan:
- Check Your Liqueurs: Some liqueurs may use animal products in their production. Make sure to use vegan-friendly versions.
- Garnish: Use vegan-friendly cherries and ensure your pineapple slice is fresh, not canned with non-vegan preservatives.
What is a Singapore Sling?
The Singapore Sling is a gin cocktail mixed with liqueurs and fruit juices, often topped with a cherry and pineapple for a tropical twist. It tastes fruity and slightly sweet, with hints of cherry, citrus, and herbal notes from the gin.
The drink was created in the early 1900s at the Raffles Hotel in Singapore by bartender Ngiam Tong Boon. Given its origins, it’s a popular choice during the annual F1 Grand Prix race weekend each September.
The Singapore Sling is categorized among the “Contemporary Classics” by the IBA (International Bartender Association).
And just to clear things up—while it shares a name with the city’s famous tax policies, the Singapore Sling has absolutely no connection to Singapore’s tax schemes or the similarly named 1990 movie. It’s purely for enjoyment, no deductions or detective work needed!
The Singapore Sling ingredients
Prepare to make your Singapore Sling by gathering these ingredients:
- Gin provides the cocktail’s botanical base
- Cherry Heering adds a rich cherry flavor
- Cointreau brings a hint of orange sweetness
- Benedictine adds herbal complexity
- Fresh Lime Juice offers a tangy kick
- Pineapple Juice balances with tropical sweetness
- Angostura Bitters adds a subtle spiced note
- Grenadine adds fruity sweetness
- Ice Cubes chill the cocktail
- Cherry and Pineapple Slice serve as garnish for a fruity touch
