Raymond Massey (cocktail)
The Raymond Massey is a cocktail made of rye, ginger syrup, and champagne. The drink’s namesake is Canadian actor Raymond Massey (1896–1983), and the beverage is predominantly consumed in his hometown of Toronto, Ontario.
| Cocktail | |
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 A Raymond Massey served in a highball glass. | |
| Type | Highball |
| Base spirit | |
| Served | On the rocks: poured over ice |
| Standard garnish | Lemon peel |
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| Commonly used ingredients |
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| Preparation | Shake whisky and syrup over ice. Strain into highball and top with champagne. Garnish with lemon peel. |
Ginger syrup can be prepared in advance much as simple syrup, but with the inclusion of ¾ cup of peeled and sliced ginger.
Variations
When gin is substituted for the whisky and lemon juice for the ginger syrup, the drink is called a French 75.[1]
References
- "Behind the Drink: The French 75", David Wondrich, July 09, 2012
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