Casino

Base Spirit

Gin (Old Tom)

Flavour Type

Boozy, Slightly Sour

Cocktail Type

Classic

A mix of gin, Maraschino, and lemons with a classy touch.

Origin/History

This version of the Casino Cocktail first appears in 1909 in "The Reminder" by Jacob A. Didier.

Serving Instructions

Shake with ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

Occassion

All Day

Year of Creation

1909

Classic/Modern

Classic

Garnishes

Lemon twist and maraschino cherry

Aroma

Citrusy

Texture/Consistency

Well-balanced

Pairings

Classic cocktail accompaniments

Fun Facts

The Casino Cocktail was included in Ensslin's "Recipes for Mixed Drinks" in 1917 and later became a classic.​​​​

Shaking/Stirring Instructions

Shake well with ice

Ingredients
  • Gin
  • Maraschino
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • Orange bitters
Preparation Method
  • 40 ml gin
  • 10 ml Maraschino
  • 10 ml fresh lemon juice
  • 2 dashes orange bitters
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