Gin Sling

Gin Sling

Ingredients

1.5 oz.	Gin
1 oz.	Sweet Vermouth
.5 oz.	Simple Syrup
.75 oz.	Lemon Juice
2 Dashes	Aromatic Bitters
	Soda Water

Directions

1. Combine the Gin, Vermouth, Simple Syrup, Lemon Juice and Bitters in a Cocktail Shaker with Ice

2. Shake for 15 Seconds

3. Strain into a Sling or Collins Glass over Ice

4. Top with Soda Water

5. Stir for 13 Seconds

6. Garnish with a Lemon Twist

7. Add a Straw

The Gin Sling is a modern rendition of an very old drink. The original Slings were made from sugar, water, nutmeg and a spirit. The name "Sling" actually comes from the German word Schlingen, meaning "To Swallow". The most famous Sling is the the Singapore Sling.