Singapore Sling (Baker's Formula)

Serve in a Collins glass...
2	fl oz	Tanqueray Old Tom gin
½	fl oz	Benedictine D.O.M. Liqueur
½	fl oz	Cherry Heering cherry brandy liqueur
	Top up with	Soda (club soda) or sparkling water

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How to make:

SHAKE first three ingredients with ice and strain into ice-filled glass. TOP with soda, lightly stir and serve with straws.

Garnish:

Lemon slice & cherry on stick (sail)

Comment:

Lacks the citrus of other Singapore Slings but the strength of the gin and dilution cuts and so balances the sweetness of the liqueurs.

Variant:

Straits Sling

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Gin - Old Tom gin

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