Ramos Gin Fizz
Gin · Collins
Created by Henry C. Ramos in 1888 at his New Orleans bar. Famous for requiring exactly 12 minutes of shaking to achieve the perfect foam. A true test of bartending endurance.
| Glass | Collins |
| Garnish | None |
| ABV | 15% |
| Category | classic |
| Flavor | creamy, citrusy, theatrical |
Ingredients
- Gin2 oz
- Fresh Lemon Juice0.5 oz
- Fresh Lime Juice0.5 oz
- Simple Syrup0.5 oz
- Egg White1 white
- Orange Flower Water3 drops
- Heavy Cream2 oz
- Soda Water2 oz
Method
- In a shaker, combine 2 oz gin
- Add 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- Add 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- Add 0.5 oz simple syrup
- Add 1 egg white
- Add 3 drops orange flower water
- Add 2 oz heavy cream
- Shake for 12 minutes (traditionally)
- Add soda water and stir gently
- Serve in tall glass with thick foam head
Pro Tips
- Henry Ramos's 1888 New Orleans creation — gin, lemon, lime, cream, egg white, sugar, orange flower water, soda.
- The original was shaken by 20-30 shaker boys for 12 minutes; modern bartenders shake 5+ minutes.
- Proper ramos has a 'meringue' top that rises an inch above the glass rim.