| 1 1/2 fl oz | Hayman's London Dry Gin |
| 1/2 fl oz | Luxardo Maraschino liqueur |
| 3/4 fl oz | Pink grapefruit juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 1/12 fl oz | Monin Pure Cane Syrup (optional) |
| 4 drop | Bob's Grapefruit Bitters |
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How to make:
- Select and pre-chill a Coupe glass.
- Prepare grapefruit zest for garnish.
- SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
- FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.
- Express grapefruit zest twist over cocktail and use as garnish.
Strength & taste guide:
Review:
Grapefruit and maraschino balance each other in this gin-based classic.
History:
Created during the Prohibition period at New York's Colony speakeasy, possibly by bartender Marco Hattem. The Colony attracted an upmarket clientele, including the Vanderbilts and Windsors. The liquor was kept in an elevator which would be sent to either the attic or the basement if federal agents raided.
Nutrition:
One serving of Colony contains 153 calories.
Alcohol content:
- 1.2 standard drinks
- 20.19% alc./vol. (40.38° proof)
- 17.2 grams of pure alcohol
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