classics · citrusy · 1888

Henry C. Ramos · Imperial Cabinet Saloon, New Orleans

New Orleans's twelve-minute drink — gin, citrus, cream, and egg white whipped with orange flower water until it stands up like a cloud. Worth every second of the shake.

1. 2 ozGin
2. ½ ozLemon juice
3. ½ ozLime juice
4. ¾ ozSimple syrup
5. 1 ozHeavy cream
6. 1 eachEgg white
7. Orange flower water3 drops
8. Soda waterTop

Served up

Dry shake everything but the soda until your arm gives out, then shake again with ice. Strain into a chilled glass and top with a splash of soda to lift the head.