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On Wednesdays
As deceptively charming as Regina George, this vibrant pink cocktail blends botanical gin and sweet raspberry for a fetching first impression. A hidden whisper of ginger liqueur delivers an unexpected, spicy bite, all topped with a splash of sparkling rosé for A-list glamour.
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- 6 ingredients
- 6 steps
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Gather these
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz (45 ml)Gin
- 5Fresh Raspberries
- 0.75 oz (22 ml)Fresh Lemon Juice
- 0.25 oz (7.5 ml)Ginger Liqueur
- 0.25 oz (7.5 ml)Rose Syrup
- 1 oz (30 ml), to topSparkling Rosé, chilled
Step by step
Instructions
- 1
In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle the fresh raspberries with the rose syrup.
- 2
Add the gin, fresh lemon juice, and ginger liqueur to the shaker.
- 3
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, until the outside is well-chilled.
- 4
Double strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
- 5
Gently top with the sparkling rosé.
- 6
Garnish with a single fresh raspberry or a delicate lemon twist on the rim.
The Inspiration
Why this drink
Inspired by the iconic rule 'On Wednesdays, we wear pink,' this drink embodies the duplicitous nature of 'The Plastics.' Its alluring pink, fruity, and floral facade conceals a spicy ginger kick, representing the 'mean' gossip and manipulation lurking beneath the sweet surface. The sparkling rosé finish adds a touch of effervescent glamour fit for the ruling clique of North Shore High.
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