Pink Lady Cocktail Recipe

In the glittering world of 1911 Broadway, star Hazel Dawn’s performance in “The Pink Lady” inspired more than applause – it sparked an iconic cocktail 🍸. The Pink Lady has since evolved into a sophisticated ballet of flavors, whether made with silky cream or frothy egg white (or aquafaba for a vegan twist).

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Pink Lady Cocktail

Recipe by Julian Solorzano

4.0 from 1 vote

The pink lady is a fabulous cocktail that will surprise you.

Cuisine: Classic CocktailDifficulty: Easy

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Servings

1

servings

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

2

minutes

Ingredients

• 1.50 Ounces London Dry Gin

• .25 Ounce Grenadine, homemade or store-bought

• .75 Ounce Simple Syrup

• 1 Ounce Heavy Cream

• 3 Maraschino Cherries

Directions

• Shake all the ingredients with ice.
• Strain into a small cocktail or coupe glass.

Equipment

• A Bar Above Stainless Steel Boston Shaker (Silver)Buy it here!
• A Bar Above Stainless Steel Hawthorne StrainerBuy it here!
• A Bar Above Stainless Steel Japanese Jigger (silver)Buy it here!

Recipe Video

Notes

• For the Heavy Cream, you can use Tuscan Dairy Farms Heavy Cream. Works perfectly.
• Homemade grenadine, made with just two simple ingredients, adds an extra layer of authenticity and flavor that elevates the entire experience.
• To take your mixology game to the next level, don’t forget the importance of presentation: a well-chilled coupe glass and a light citrus garnish can make all the difference.
• If you don’t want to use egg white to make your pink lady, you can substitute aquafaba to replace the foam top you would usually get with emulsified egg white. Aquafaba of course being Vegan friendly.

Variations on the Pink Lady

Crimson Cocktail gets its inspiration from Dale Degroff, aka “King Cocktail.” Variations on the Pink Lady Cocktail may use egg white instead of Heavy cream, as mentioned below. We decided to present the heavy cream recipe, which gives it a different, thicker, and lovelier viscosity.

However, if you are more comfortable using egg whites as you would making a whiskey sour then we have attached a YouTube video from Anders Erickson with that variation instead.

Final Thoughts

The Pink Lady isn’t just a cocktail; it’s a timeless performance in a glass, with its roots tracing back to Broadway’s golden days. Whether you’re drawn to the silky richness of heavy cream, the classic froth of egg white, or the vegan-friendly twist of aquafaba, this drink offers endless possibilities to suit every palate.

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