The Singapore Sling

The Singapore Sling is a renowned tropical cocktail that first appeared in the early 1900s at the legendary Raffles Hotel in Singapore. This cocktail is celebrated for its complex and refreshing blend of Gin, Cherry brandy, Pineapple Juice, Lime juice, and a variety of other ingredients, making it a classic representative of the Tiki and Tropical Drink culture. The exact history of the Singapore Sling is not entirely known, but it is believed that bartender Ngiam Tong Boon created the cocktail in the early 1900s at the Raffles Hotel. At that time, it was uncommon for women in Singapore to drink alcohol in bars, so the Singapore Sling was developed as a discreet way to offer women Gin without it being considered inappropriate. The cocktail quickly gained popularity and became a signature feature of the Raffles Hotel. In the decades that followed, many different variations of the Singapore Sling were created, but the original recipe remains available at the bar of the Raffles Hotel. The Singapore Sling is an elegant, fruity cocktail with a beautiful balance between sweet and sour flavors. Its tropical character and refreshing taste make it a popular beverage worldwide.