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A classic gin-based cocktail

The Paradise cocktail is a classic cocktail that is known for its refreshing and fruity flavor profile. It is a gin-based cocktail that combines the flavors of apricot and orange with a hint of lemon.

History[edit]

The Paradise cocktail is one of the lesser-known classic cocktails, but it has been enjoyed by cocktail enthusiasts for many years. It is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, during the golden age of cocktails. The drink gained popularity due to its balanced combination of sweet and sour flavors, making it a delightful choice for any occasion.

Ingredients[edit]

The traditional recipe for a Paradise cocktail includes the following ingredients:

1 1/2 oz gin
1 oz apricot brandy
1/2 oz orange juice
1/4 oz lemon juice

Preparation[edit]

To prepare a Paradise cocktail, follow these steps:

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add the gin, apricot brandy, orange juice, and lemon juice to the shaker.
Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
Garnish with a slice of orange or a twist of lemon peel, if desired.

Variations[edit]

While the classic Paradise cocktail recipe is well-loved, there are several variations that can be explored:

Paradise Martini: Serve the cocktail in a martini glass for a more elegant presentation.
Frozen Paradise: Blend the ingredients with ice to create a frozen version of the cocktail.
Herbal Paradise: Add a dash of bitters or a sprig of mint for an herbal twist.

Related pages[edit]

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+[[File:Paradise_cocktail.jpg|thumb|right|A Paradise cocktail served in a coupe glass]]
-{{Infobox cocktail
-| name = Paradise
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-| caption =
-| type = Cocktail
-| flaming =
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-| gin =
-| rum =
-| whiskey =
-| tequila =
-| brandy =
-| liqueur =
-| champagne =
-| served = Straight up; without ice
-| garnish =
-| drinkware = cocktail
-| ingredients = * 3.5 cl (7 parts) [[Gin]]
-* 2 cl (4 parts) [[Apricot brandy]]
-* 1.5 cl (3 parts) [[Orange juice]]
-| prep = Shake together over ice. Strain into cocktail glass.
-| timing =
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-The '''Paradise''' is a classic [[cocktail]] that combines [[gin]], [[apricot brandy]], and [[orange juice]]. It is served straight up, without ice, in a cocktail glass.
+The '''Paradise cocktail''' is a classic [[cocktail]] that is known for its refreshing and fruity flavor profile. It is a gin-based cocktail that combines the flavors of [[apricot]] and [[orange]] with a hint of [[lemon]].
-== History ==
+==History==
-The Paradise cocktail is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, although the exact origins are unknown. It is one of the many classic gin cocktails that gained popularity during the [[Prohibition]] era in the United States.
+The Paradise cocktail is one of the lesser-known classic cocktails, but it has been enjoyed by cocktail enthusiasts for many years. It is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, during the golden age of cocktails. The drink gained popularity due to its balanced combination of sweet and sour flavors, making it a delightful choice for any occasion.
-== Ingredients ==
+==Ingredients==
-The Paradise cocktail is made with the following ingredients:
+The traditional recipe for a Paradise cocktail includes the following ingredients:
-* 3.5 cl (7 parts) [[Gin]]
-* 2 cl (4 parts) [[Apricot brandy]]
-* 1.5 cl (3 parts) [[Orange juice]]
-== Preparation ==
+* 1 1/2 oz [[gin]]
-To prepare the Paradise cocktail, the ingredients are shaken together over ice. The mixture is then strained into a cocktail glass.
+* 1 oz [[apricot brandy]]
+* 1/2 oz [[orange juice]]
+* 1/4 oz [[lemon juice]]
-== Variations ==
+==Preparation==
-There are several variations of the Paradise cocktail. Some recipes call for the addition of [[lemon juice]] or [[grenadine]], while others replace the gin with [[vodka]] or the apricot brandy with [[peach schnapps]].
+To prepare a Paradise cocktail, follow these steps:
-== See also ==
+# Fill a [[cocktail shaker]] with ice.
-* [[List of cocktails]]
+# Add the gin, apricot brandy, orange juice, and lemon juice to the shaker.
-* [[List of IBA official cocktails]]
+# Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
+# Strain the mixture into a chilled [[cocktail glass]].
+# Garnish with a slice of [[orange]] or a twist of [[lemon peel]], if desired.
+==Variations==
+While the classic Paradise cocktail recipe is well-loved, there are several variations that can be explored:
-== References ==
+* '''Paradise Martini''': Serve the cocktail in a [[martini glass]] for a more elegant presentation.
-<references />
+* '''Frozen Paradise''': Blend the ingredients with ice to create a frozen version of the cocktail.
+* '''Herbal Paradise''': Add a dash of [[bitters]] or a sprig of [[mint]] for an herbal twist.
-== External links ==
+==Related pages==
-* [http://www.iba-world.com/ The International Bartenders Association official website]
+* [[Cocktail]]
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+* [[Gin]]
+* [[Brandy]]
+* [[List of cocktails]]
-Please note that this is a basic structure and you may need to add more information based on your research.
+[[Category:Cocktails]]
+[[Category:Gin cocktails]]
+[[Category:Brandy cocktails]]