Straits Sling
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 1.00 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Top up with Club soda
Directions
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Add ice to shaker
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Add first six ingredients to shaker
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Shake well with ice
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Fill glass with ice
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Strain mixture into ice-filled glass
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Top with soda
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Stir lightly
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Garnish with orange slice and cherry on stick
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Serve with straws
Cocktail Description
The Dapper Dutch Sling brings unexpected sophistication to the classic sling template, balancing gin's botanical backbone with herbal Bénédictine and cherry eau de vie.
This isn't your typical fizzy refresher—the Beefeater provides a solid juniper foundation while Bénédictine adds honeyed spice and complexity. The Etter Kirsch contributes a subtle stone fruit note that plays beautifully with bright lemon juice, and those orange bitters tie everything together before the club soda lightens the mood. The result tastes refined but approachable, with enough citrus brightness to keep things lively and enough depth to hold your attention through multiple sips.
It's an ideal choice for early evening gatherings or as a sophisticated afternoon cooler when you want something more interesting than a simple gin and tonic. The technique is straightforward—just shake, strain, and top—making it manageable for home bartenders with moderate skills, though you'll want to source that cherry eau de vie ahead of time. Pair this with light seafood dishes like grilled shrimp, smoked salmon canapés, or a cheese board featuring aged Gouda to complement those Dutch-inspired flavors. The citrus and effervescence also make it a natural companion to fried appetizers or Asian-fusion dishes with sweet and tangy glazes.
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