Fastlap, a Gin Drink Recipe

The Fastlap is an old style cocktail, featuring plenty of gin, some Pernod, some orange juice and a touch of grenadine. The orange juice and grenadine make it more drinkable, but it’s still at heart a rather herbal cocktail.

The Fastlap is an old style cocktail, featuring plenty of gin, some Pernod, some orange juice and a touch of grenadine. The herbal notes make it unique and special.

This is a drink for people who enjoy gin cocktails, because you will taste the gin. Pick a good dry gin you like the flavor of.

Fastlap drink on white marble surfacePin

The Pernod is not as strong, especially when it’s up against the orange juice. And the grenadine. Those are your two sweeteners, and they do a great job balancing the herb taste without being overly sweet.

Try this drink when you’re in the mood for a gin martini, but with a touch of something just a little more refreshing and sweet about it.

Yield: 1 drink

Fastlap Cocktail

Fastlap drink on white marble surface

The Fastlap is an old style cocktail, featuring plenty of gin, some Pernod, some orange juice and a touch of grenadine. The herbal notes make it special.

Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces gin
  • 1/2 ounce Pernod
  • 1 ounce orange juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon grenadine

Instructions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
  2. Pour in all the ingredients.
  3. Shake until chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled old-fashioned glass.

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November 13, 2024

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