Sling (Generic Name)
| 2 fl oz | Brandy, whisk(e)y, gin, rum etc. |
| 1/2 fl oz | Lemon juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 1/4 fl oz | Sugar syrup 'rich' (2 sugar to 1 water) 65.0°Brix |
| Top up with | Thomas Henry Soda Water (or ginger ale) |
How to make
Glassware
Serve in a Sling glass
Prepare
- Select and pre-chill a SLING GLASS.
- Prepare garnish of lemon slice wheel.
Method
Garnish
- Garnish with lemon slice wheel.
Health & Nutrition
Nutrition:
One serving of Sling (Generic Name) contains 152 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.4 standard drinks
- 21.39% alc./vol. (42.78° proof)
- 18.9 grams of pure alcohol
History
The word 'Sling' comes from the German 'schlingen', meaning 'to swallow', and Slings based on a spirit mixed with sugar and water were popularly drunk in the late 1800s.
Slings are similar to Toddies and like Toddies can be served hot. (Toddies, however, are never served cold.) The main difference between a Toddy and a Sling is that Slings are not flavoured by the addition of spices. Also, Toddies tend to be made with plain water, while Slings are charged with water, soda water or ginger ale.
The earliest known definition of 'cocktail' describes it as a bittered sling.
Also see:Cocktail Categories & Families
Review
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