Ramos Gin Fizz

Moderate. This cocktail requires effort, especially in the shaking process, to achieve the perfect frothy texture. However, the result is a beautifully layered and refreshing drink.

• 2 oz East Side Gin
• 3/4 oz Simple Syrup
• 1/2 oz Heavy Cream
• 1/2 oz Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
• 1/2 oz Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
• 3 Dashes Orange Flower Water
• 1 Fresh Egg White
• Chilled Club Soda (for topping)

• Shaker
• Strainer
• Collins Glass

1. Dry-Shake: In a shaker, combine the East Side Gin, simple syrup, heavy cream, lemon juice, lime juice, orange flower water, and egg white. Shake vigorously without ice (dry-shake) for at least 3 minutes. This process is crucial for creating the frothy texture.
   
   
2. Ice Shake: Add ice to the shaker and shake again for at least 30 seconds, ensuring the mixture is well-chilled.
   
   
3. Straining: Strain the mixture into a Collins glass.
   
   
4. Topping with Club Soda: Pour a small amount of club soda back and forth between the empty halves of the shaker tins to pick up any residual cream and egg white. Then gently top the drink with this club soda mixture. If the egg white is dense enough, it can be raised out of the glass to create a thick head. Great presentation!

Please note that consuming raw and lightly cooked eggs poses a risk of foodborne illness. It's important to use fresh, properly refrigerated, clean grade A or AA eggs with intact shells.