Paradise (cocktail)

Overview of Paradise (cocktail).

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Paradise

Cocktail
Type	Mixed drink
Served	Straight up; without ice
Standard drinkware	Cocktail glass
Commonly used ingredients	3.5 cl (7 parts) Gin 2 cl (4 parts) Apricot brandy 1.5 cl (3 parts) Orange juice
Preparation	Shake together over ice. Strain into cocktail glass.

The Paradise is a classic cocktail that combines gin, apricot brandy, and orange juice. It is served straight up, without ice, in a cocktail glass.

History

The Paradise cocktail is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, although the exact origins are unknown. It is one of the many classic gin cocktails that gained popularity during the Prohibition era in the United States.

Ingredients

The Paradise cocktail is made with the following ingredients:

• 3.5 cl (7 parts) Gin
• 2 cl (4 parts) Apricot brandy
• 1.5 cl (3 parts) Orange juice

Preparation

To prepare the Paradise cocktail, the ingredients are shaken together over ice. The mixture is then strained into a cocktail glass.

Variations

There are several variations of the Paradise cocktail. Some recipes call for the addition of lemon juice or grenadine, while others replace the gin with vodka or the apricot brandy with peach schnapps.

See also

• List of cocktails
• List of IBA official cocktails

External links

• The International Bartenders Association official website

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