This unique drink was served to a friend on a trip to Brussels. We tinkered in the kitchen for several tries before coming up with this perfect rendition. The addition of almond syrup to the oranges has an almost candy-like quality. The additions of pink grapefruit, lemonade, and a bit of fizz save the drink from being cloyingly sweet.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 3 thin slices of orange (peel on)
- 2 teaspoons almond syrup
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz pink grapefruit juice
- 1/2 oz lemonade
- 1 oz seltzer water
- 2 dashes bitters
Preparation:
Using a tablespoon, lightly crush the orange slices in a tall glass. Do not mash the oranges; just crush them enough to release a bit of juice. Add 1/3 cup ice to the cup, fill with the remaining ingredients, and then stir lightly, keeping the orange slices at the bottom of the glass.
Makes 1 serving.
