Ever had a cocktail that makes you feel like you should be sipping it in a dimly lit speakeasy while exchanging witty banter with a stranger in a trench coat? No? Well, let me introduce you to the London Calling—a criminally underrated cocktail that deserves way more love than it gets.
This isn’t some overhyped drink you’ll see on every bar menu. No, the London Calling is like that indie band you discovered before they got big—it’s cool, complex, and once you try it, you’ll wonder where it’s been all your life.
A Cocktail That Deserves an Encore 🎸
First things first, let’s clear something up—this cocktail has nothing to do with The Clash (though it totally should). Instead, it’s a beautifully balanced gin-based drink with fino sherry, fresh lemon juice, orange bitters, and sugar syrup. Think of it as a refined, slightly mysterious cousin of the Whiskey Sour—except it wears a three-piece suit and speaks in a charming British accent.
What’s in a London Calling?
Here’s what you’ll need:
50ml (1.75oz) Gin – A good London dry gin works best (because, you know, London Calling).
15ml (0.5oz) Fino Sherry – This is what makes the drink unique—dry, slightly nutty, and elegant.
20ml (0.75oz) Fresh Lemon Juice – Always fresh. Always.
10ml (0.33oz) Simple Syrup – Just enough sweetness to balance things out.
2 dashes Orange Bitters – A little depth and complexity.
Lemon Peel Twist – For garnish, because we’re fancy like that.
How to Make It Like a Pro
Fill a shaker with ice and add all ingredients.
Shake it like you mean it. Not a weak shake—go full rockstar mode.
Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Garnish with a lemon twist, because presentation matters.
Now take a sip. That’s sophistication in a glass, my friend.
Why You Need to Try This Cocktail
Still on the fence? Let me break it down for you:
✅ It’s got gin – Always a good start.✅ Fino sherry gives it a dry, complex depth – So you can feel fancy while drinking it.✅ It’s refreshing yet sophisticated – Like a martini that learned how to have fun.✅ Nobody else is drinking it – So you get to be the cool one at the party.
And if you want to see exactly how it’s done (with my expert guidance, of course), watch me make it in my video at the end of this article.
London’s Calling… Will You Answer?
So, what do you say? Will you shake one up and join the exclusive club of people who actually know what a London Calling is? Or will you stick with your usual gin and tonic, missing out on cocktail greatness?
The choice is yours. But if I were you, I’d click play on the video below and watch me make it first. Cheers! 🍸
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