Lady Killer
Pink Lady Killer
The Pink Lady Killer is a tropical and citrus-flavored cocktail that perfectly balances the botanical notes of gin with the fruity sweetness of passion fruit and pineapple juice. Created by Peter Roth for the 1984 IBA International Cocktail Challenge, this award-winning drink combines Cointreau and apricot liqueur, resulting in a smooth and multi-layered flavor. It remains a vibrant and refreshing choice for those who enjoy fruit-forward cocktails.
- Flavor
- The Pink Lady Killer cocktail is a captivating flavor dance, where the herbal notes of gin playfully intertwine with the exotic sweetness of passion fruit and pineapple juice. The addition of Cointreau and apricot liqueur adds a complex, citrusy twist, elevating this cocktail to a tropical paradise in a glass. The carefully balanced ingredients ensure that each sip is a refreshing escape, making it an ideal choice for those who enjoy fruity and smooth layered drinks.
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Glassware
- Highball glass
01
RECIPE
Ingredients
5 ingredients
01gin35 ml
02Cointreau15 ml
03apricot liqueur15 ml
04passion fruit juice100 ml
05pineapple juice100 ml
02 · METHOD
Method
- 01
Combine gin, Cointreau, apricot liqueur, passion fruit juice, and pineapple juice in a cocktail shaker.
- 02
Fill with ice and shake vigorously until chilled.
- 03
Strain into a highball glass.
- 04
Garnish with an orange slice and a cherry on the stem.
03 · NOTES
Know your pour
- What does it taste like?
- The Pink Lady Killer cocktail is a captivating flavor dance, where the herbal notes of gin playfully intertwine with the exotic sweetness of passion fruit and pineapple juice. The addition of Cointreau and apricot liqueur adds a complex, citrusy twist, elevating this cocktail to a tropical paradise in a glass. The carefully balanced ingredients ensure that each sip is a refreshing escape, making it an ideal choice for those who enjoy fruity and smooth layered drinks.
- Which glass should I use?
- Highball glass
- Is it beginner-friendly?
- Moderate