Originally known as the New Orleans Gin Fizz, this iconic Mardi Gras cocktail was created in 1888 by Henry “Carl” Ramos, owner of the Imperial Cabinet Saloon. Both loathed and loved by bartenders, we don’t recommend ordering this labor-intensive cocktail at a busy bar during Mardi Gras. You’ll get less glares if you give it a shot at home!

• 2 oz Portland Dry Gin 33
• 3/4 oz simple syrup
• 1/2 heavy cream
• 1/2 lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1/2 oz lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 3 dashes orange flower water
• 1 fresh egg white
• 1 oz club soda, chilled

Combine all ingredients except soda water in a cocktail shaker. Dry shake vigorously (no ice) for at least 5 minutes (and up to 12 minutes).* Add ice and shake for at least one minute. Add soda water to a chilled narrow highball glass & slowly strain the drink into the glass on top of the soda. Keep pouring until the foam is an inch above the rim of the glass.

*Alternatively, replace the dry shake step by using a stick blender to whip ingredients.