Ramos Gin Fizz cocktail in a highball glass — Heavy cream

Ramos Gin Fizz Cocktail Recipe

creamy sour refreshing

gin, lemon juice, lime juice, simple syrup, heavy cream, egg white, orange flower water, soda water

History

The Ramos Gin Fizz was created in 1888 by Henry C. Ramos at his Imperial Cabinet Saloon in New Orleans. Originally known as the New Orleans Fizz, it combines gin, lemon and lime juices, sugar, egg white, cream, orange flower water, and soda water. What made it legendary was the long, vigorous shaking required to produce its signature thick, cloud-like foam—Ramos employed teams of “shaker boys” just to keep up with demand. After Prohibition it became closely associated with the Roosevelt Hotel and remains one of New Orleans’ most iconic and labor-intensive classic cocktails.

Ingredients

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How to make

  1. Dry shake all ingredients (except soda) vigorously for 1–2 minutes to emulsify.
  2. Add ice and shake hard again for 30 seconds.
  3. Strain into a chilled highball glass.
  4. Slowly top with soda while gently stirring to create the signature foam head.

Glassware

Highball

Built for long drinks with ice and a mixer — keeps the pour cold and easy to top up.

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Ramos Gin Fizz FAQ

What ingredients are in a Ramos Gin Fizz?

A Ramos Gin Fizz is made with gin, lemon juice, lime juice, simple syrup, heavy cream, egg white, orange flower water, and soda water. Amounts and pantry matching are in the ingredients list on this page.

How do you make a Ramos Gin Fizz?

Dry shake all ingredients (except soda) vigorously for 1–2 minutes to emulsify. Add ice and shake hard again for 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled highball glass. Slowly top with soda while gently stirring to create the signature foam head.

What glass do you serve a Ramos Gin Fizz in?

Serve a Ramos Gin Fizz in a Highball. Built for long drinks with ice and a mixer — keeps the pour cold and easy to top up.

Can I make a Ramos Gin Fizz with bottles I already own?

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