Raymond Massey (cocktail)

Raymond Massey (cocktail)

The Raymond Massey is a classic cocktail named after the Canadian-American actor Raymond Massey. This drink is a blend of Canadian whisky, ginger syrup, and champagne, making it a refreshing and sophisticated choice for cocktail enthusiasts.

Ingredients

The Raymond Massey cocktail is made up of the following ingredients:

• 2 oz Canadian whisky
• 1 oz Ginger syrup
• 4 oz Champagne

Preparation

To prepare the Raymond Massey cocktail, follow these steps:

1. Pour the Canadian whisky and ginger syrup into a cocktail shaker.
2. Shake well until the ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
3. Strain the mixture into a champagne flute.
4. Top up with champagne.
5. Serve immediately.

History

The Raymond Massey cocktail was named after the famous actor Raymond Massey, who was known for his roles in films such as Abe Lincoln in Illinois and Arsenic and Old Lace. The cocktail is believed to have been created in his honor, although the exact origins of the drink are unknown.

Variations

While the traditional Raymond Massey cocktail is made with Canadian whisky, ginger syrup, and champagne, there are several variations of the drink that can be made by substituting different ingredients. For example, some people prefer to use bourbon instead of Canadian whisky, or honey instead of ginger syrup.

See Also

• List of cocktails
• Canadian whisky
• Champagne

References

• The Savoy Cocktail Book
• The Joy of Mixology

External Links

• Raymond Massey Cocktail Recipe on CocktailDB

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