Maiden's Prayer
A Savoy Cocktail Book gin sour variant: fresh orange juice softens the lemon's edge while Cointreau adds a second layer of orange perfume - silky after a hard shake, clean and elegant as an aperitif.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make a Maiden's Prayer?
A Maiden's Prayer is made by shaken method in 4 step(s). 1) Pour the gin, fresh lemon juice, fresh orange juice and Cointreau into a shaker. 2) Fill with ice and shake hard for 12-15 seconds until the tin frosts over. 3) Double-strain into a chilled coupe. 4) Express the orange twist over the surface, brush it around the rim and rest it on the edge as garnish. Full recipe on MixMyth (mixmyth.com).
What ingredients are in a Maiden's Prayer?
A Maiden's Prayer needs 5 ingredient(s): Gin 60ml, Lemon juice 20ml, Orange juice 20ml, Cointreau 10ml, Orange twist (garnish) 1 strip for garnish.
What does a Maiden's Prayer taste like? How strong is it?
Flavor profile: Classic Balance, Citrus Fresh, Fruity, Crisp. Strength: 18-28% ABV.
What glass is a Maiden's Prayer served in?
A Maiden's Prayer is typically served in a coupe glass, prepared by the shaken method.
Ingredients
- Gin60ml
- Lemon juice20ml
- Orange juice20ml
- Cointreau10ml
- Orange twist (garnish)1 strip for garnish
Steps
- Pour the gin, fresh lemon juice, fresh orange juice and Cointreau into a shaker.
- Fill with ice and shake hard for 12-15 seconds until the tin frosts over.
- Double-strain into a chilled coupe.
- Express the orange twist over the surface, brush it around the rim and rest it on the edge as garnish.
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