Floradora
Edwardian crowd‑pleaser—gin, lime, and raspberry built tall with ginger ale for a bright, berry‑ginger fizz.
8%
ABV
easy
Difficulty
highball
Glass
Flavor Profile
History & Heritage
“Named for the 1900 Broadway musical, the Floradora spread through early 20th‑century bars as a fizzy gin cooler colored with raspberry and lifted by ginger ale.”
Ingredients
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Method
Technique transforms ingredients into something extraordinary.
Shake gin, lime, and raspberry with ice and strain into an ice‑filled highball
Top with chilled ginger ale and give a gentle stir
Garnish with a lime wheel and raspberry
Glassware
Built tall over ice
Garnish
Fresh slice
Flavor Journey
Every great cocktail tells a story through its flavors. Here's the sensory experience you can expect.
Sweet
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Sour
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Bitter
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Strong
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Master's Tips
Professional insights to elevate your craft
Use a spicy ginger soda to balance sweetness
Fresh raspberry syrup gives body and color
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