Orange Blossom
Description
The Orange Blossom is a historic cocktail born during America's Prohibition era. Originally created to mask the unpleasant taste of bootleg spirits, it has evolved into a sophisticated drink beloved worldwide. As its name suggests, meaning 'orange flower', it's popular as a wedding aperitif, symbolizing purity and bridal joy. It features a simple yet profound flavor profile.
Origin
Country of Origin: United States （1920s）
Born from the determination of those who couldn't live without alcohol during Prohibition in America. It originated from mixing orange juice to mask the unpleasant smell of bootleg gin, and was recorded in Robert Vermeire's 1932 book 'Cocktails: How to Mix Them' as created by 'Malloy of Pittsburgh'.
Birth Date Meaning
A future girl who never forgets gratitude
Named after the orange blossom's meaning of 'purity' and 'bridal joy', popular as a wedding aperitif, this cocktail symbolizes a future filled with gratitude and hope.
Famous Quotes
- "Another Spawn of the Prohibition toad" - David A. Embury (1947, 'The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks')
Trivia
- Born during Prohibition era (1920-1933) in America to mask the unpleasant smell of bootleg gin.
- Listed in the IBA's first official cocktail list in 1961 but was subsequently removed.
- Mentioned in connection with the 1920s Hollywood murder case of director William Desmond Taylor.
- Served at famous Cuban bars like Sloppy Joe's and El Floridita.
- Also known as 'Adirondack' or 'Gin Orange'.
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Dry Gin - 40 ml
- Orange Juice - 20 ml
- Angostura Bitters - 数滴 dash
- Ice - 適量
Instructions:
- Fill cocktail shaker with ice
- Pour 40ml of dry gin
- Add 20ml of orange juice
- Add a few dashes of Angostura bitters
- Shake well
- Strain into cocktail glass
- Garnish with orange slice