WATCH: Rico Makes a Classic Singapore Sling and Creates a New Vodka Variation!

The Singapore Sling is a classic Gin-based cocktail and “one of the most famous drinks on earth,” according to Rico, Bartender and Absolut Global Brand Ambassador.

In the latest episode of ‘Absolut Drinks with Rico’, Rico shows you how to make a classic Singapore Sling. If you’ve seen a bartender mix one or even just looked at the recipe, you’ll notice the Singapore Sling ingredients list is quite extensive.

But despite the long list of ingredients, it’s actually an easy-to-make cocktail and one that’ll impress even the most discerning cocktail enthusiasts.

What does a Singapore Sling Taste Like?

The Singapore Sling resembles a fruity punch but with a sophisticated twist, making it more refined, complex and layered in flavor.

There are sweet and tangy notes from the Cherry Liqueur and Pineapple Juice with a citrusy twist courtesy of the Lime Juice, underlined the herbal notes from the Gin and French Herbal Liqueur.

In the video, Rico also shares on how to make the PERFECT Singapore Sling. For example, making your own Grenadine and using a Centrifugal Juicer with Fresh Pineapple to get your juice to standards you never thought possible.

A New Singapore Sling Variation

Of course, no episode of Absolut Drinks with Rico would be complete without Rico making a vodka variation and answering the question, ‘Will It Vodka?’.

Oh yes, for this episode Rico makes a Singapore Sling variation using Absolut Grapefruit (Grapefruit Flavored Vodka) to create what’s now known as The Swedish Sling.

Both drinks follow the same recipe except one uses Gin and the other uses Absolut Grapefruit, the latter being one of Rico’s own personal favorites.

Spoiler alert – Before You Watch the Video!

Now before you hit play, we need to prepare you for this one.

When asked how The Swedish Sling holds up against the Singapore Sling, Rico confesses, “Bartenders are going to hate me for saying it, but I kinda prefer it.”

OK, now you’re curious, huh? Watch the video and try it out for yourself!

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