Houla Houla Cocktail

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Citrus Twirl Martini cocktail containing Beefeater London Dry Gin, Giffard Triple Sec, Freshly squeezed orange juice, Chilled water (reduce if wet ice) in a Martini.

Curiada Ingredients

2.00 fl oz Beefeater London Dry Gin or alternative
0.50 fl oz Giffard Triple Sec or alternative

Other Ingredients

1.00 fl oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
0.50 fl oz Chilled water (reduce if wet ice)

Directions

Add ice to cocktail shaker
Add all ingredients to shaker
Shake vigorously
Fine strain into chilled martini glass
Express orange zest twist over drink and drop into glass

Cocktail Description

One sip of a Houla Houla Cocktail delivers a bright, zesty awakening that dances across your palate with elegant precision.

This sophisticated cocktail blends the botanical complexity of Beefeater London Dry Gin with the sweet orange notes of Giffard Triple Sec, balanced perfectly by freshly squeezed orange juice. The result is a refreshing, clean-tasting cocktail with just enough sweetness to tame the gin's juniper punch without veering into cloying territory. It's relatively straightforward to make, requiring only basic shaking technique and fine straining to achieve its silky texture and clarity. The Houla Houla Cocktail shines as an aperitif at spring brunches or summer evening gatherings when you want something more interesting than a mimosa but less intense than a classic dry martini. Its citrus-forward profile pairs beautifully with seafood dishes like grilled shrimp or seared scallops, and it stands up nicely to the bold flavors of Mediterranean mezze spreads featuring olives, feta, and hummus.