Cocktail of the week – The Lavender Lime Ricky

Cocktail of the week – The Lavender Lime Ricky

Words: Gentleman's Journal

To celebrate the film release of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s master piece, The Great Gatsby, 21 Club in New York, has added a selection of bespoke cocktails inspired by this American classic to its menu. The iconic Manhattan restaurant and bar will be serving up delicious cocktails as a nod to the roaring twenties and prohibition era within which it was founded.

Our Favourite – The Lavender Lime Ricky

The Lavender Lime Rickey is a twist on Fitzgerald’s favourite tipple, the light and refreshing Gin Rickey, the Lavender Lime Rickey has been created with a mix of gin, lime juice and lavender-infused syrup, bringing a contemporary touch to this beloved classic.

Ingredients:, 59ml Tanqueray Gin, 59ml Lavender Simple Syrup, 44ml Fresh Lime Juice

Preparation:, 1. Place all ingredients in a shaker, and shake vigorously., 2. Pour into a chilled Collins glass filled with ice.

21 Club - Lavender Lime Rickey (1) copy

21 Club in New York, is part of the Orient-Express Hotel collection and this special cocktail list is available at the ‘21’ Club from now until the end of the Summer.

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