Summer Spruce UP
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Summer Spruce UP
Photographed in an Urban Bar 1920 Alto Coupe 18cl
| 1 oz | Hayman's London Dry Gin |
| 2⁄3 oz | Orange Curaçao liqueur |
| 5⁄6 oz | Orange juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 1⁄3 oz | Lemon juice (freshly squeezed) |
Prepare:
- Select and pre-chill a COUPE GLASS.
- Prepare garnish of orange zest twist.
How to make:
- SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
- FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.
Garnish:
- EXPRESS orange zest twist over the cocktail and use as garnish.
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Review:
Gin-laced vibrant orange and lemon.
History:
Adapted from a recipe created in June 2025, as a riff on a Maiden's Prayer by Erik Hygrell, a fellow Discerning Drinker who shared his recipe via a comment on our Maiden's Prayer page.
Nutrition:
One serving of Summer Spruce UP contains 143 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.1 standard drinks
- 17.61% alc./vol. (17.61° proof)
- 15 grams of pure alcohol
- More After dinner/digestif cocktails
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