Red Lion

• London dry gin45 ml
• Cognac orange liqueur (e.g., Grand Marnier)20 ml
• Orange juice (freshly squeezed)20 ml
• Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)10 ml
• Grenadine syrup5 ml
• Sugar syrup5 ml
• Orange bitters1 dash

Garnish

• Orange twist

Instructions for 1 serving

1. Pre-chill a glass
2. Rim the glass with sugar
3. Shake all ingredients with ice: London dry gin 45 ml · Cognac orange liqueur (e.g., Grand Marnier) 20 ml · Orange juice 20 ml · Lemon juice 10 ml · Grenadine syrup 5 ml · Sugar syrup 5 ml · Orange bitters 1 dash
4. Fine strain into the chilled glass
5. Express an orange twist over the cocktail and discard

History

Red Lion is a vintage-inspired citrus-forward cocktail rooted in a 1933 competition-winning recipe. Blending bright orange and lemon notes with dry gin and cognac orange liqueur, it delivers a slightly sour yet balanced profile. Perfect for sophisticated social occasions, the finish is lively and refreshing.