The Raffles Parisian Sling is a refined twist on the classic Singapore Sling, inspired by the legendary Raffles Hotel Singapore, where the original Sling was created in 1915. The Parisian version leans lighter, fruit-forward, and slightly floral.
🍸 Raffles Parisian Sling (Inspired Version)
Ingredients
- 1½ oz gin
- ½ oz Cointreau (or other orange liqueur)
- ½ oz cherry liqueur (e.g., Heering)
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- ÂĽ oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Sparkling wine (to top)
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add gin, Cointreau, cherry liqueur, pineapple juice, lime juice, simple syrup, and bitters.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Strain into a chilled tall glass or large wine glass filled with ice.
- Top with a splash of sparkling wine.
- Garnish with a cherry and a pineapple wedge.
🍒 Flavor Profile
- Bright citrus and tropical pineapple
- Subtle cherry sweetness
- Light effervescence from sparkling wine
- Elegant and refreshing
If you’d like, I can also give you the original Singapore Sling recipe as served at Raffles for comparison.
