Ramos Gin Fizz Recipe
Let's celebrate the best of New Orleans' cocktail history with this classic Ramos gin fizz! With its frothy, creamy topping and citrus, floral notes, this gin favorite makes one refreshing sipper with an impressive presentation.
How to Make the Best Ramos Gin Fizz
The Ramos Gin Fizz is a legendary New Orleans cocktail that dates back to the early 1900s, created at the famous Meyer’s Restaurant in the French Quarter. This drink is a masterclass in cocktail technique and flavor balance—combining the botanicals of gin with the brightness of fresh citrus, the delicate floral notes of orange blossom water, and the silky texture of cream and egg white.
What makes this cocktail truly special is its distinctive preparation. The initial dry shake (without ice) helps emulsify the egg white, creating a foundation for the signature fluffy foam topping. The extended secondary shake with ice is where the magic happens—it aerates the mixture into that cloud-like consistency that makes the Ramos Gin Fizz instantly recognizable. This isn’t a quick pour-and-serve drink; it’s a theatrical experience that rewards patience and proper technique.
The result is a refreshingly creamy, perfectly balanced cocktail with aromatic complexity. The gin provides botanical depth, the citrus adds brightness and acidity, the cream and egg white create luxurious body and texture, and the orange blossom water brings an elegant floral note that ties everything together. Whether you’re recreating this classic in honor of New Orleans’ rich cocktail heritage or simply looking to impress, the Ramos Gin Fizz deserves a place in your repertoire.
Ramos Gin Fizz
Let's celebrate the best of New Orleans' cocktail history with this classic Ramos gin fizz! With its frothy, creamy topping and citrus, floral notes, this gin favorite makes one refreshing sipper with an impressive presentation.
Ingredients
Cocktail
Assembly
Instructions
Preparation
- In a cocktail shaker or mason jar with a solid lid, add the gin, simple syrup, heavy cream, orange blossom water, egg white, lemon juice and lime juice.
- Put on the top and shake vigorously for 30 seconds.
Shaking
- Remove the top and add a handful of ice.
- Put the top back on and shake vigorously until you no longer hear the ice clink against the cocktail shaker, about two minutes.
Serving
- Pour into a chilled Collins glass.
- Add a splash of club soda and gently stir.
- Garnish with a lemon twist if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- The vigorous shaking creates the signature creamy, frothy texture that makes this cocktail special.
- Use fresh citrus juice for the best flavor—bottled juice won't deliver the same brightness.
- Egg white adds richness and creates that luxurious foam; pasteurized eggs can be used for food safety.
- Orange blossom water is key to the floral complexity—don't skip it.