The Queen’s Cocktail: Regal Royal Gin Cocktail

Y’all know I love a good backstory. This one comes straight from Buckingham Palace. The Queen enjoyed a Gin and Dubonnet every evening and I respect a woman with a routine. Our version keeps the spirit of her ritual and adds serious flavor with Summer Berries Bitters. Everything but the booze. Made in New Orleans.

If you want a royal moment at home, pull up a glass. This drink is simple, elegant and built on ingredients bartenders swear by and grandmothers hoard.

Queen Elizabeth Cocktail Recipe

Yields: 1 serving

Ingredients:

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• 2 oz Dubonnet Rouge
• 1 oz dry gin. Gordon’s brings the classic British vibe.
  
• 2 Lemon Wedges
• 2 shakes El Guapo™ Summer Berries Bitters

Instructions:

• Fill a shaker with ice.
  
• Add one lemon wedge, Dubonnet Rouge, gin and Summer Berries Bitters.
  
• Shake until cold.
  
• Strain into a coupe over one large ice rock.
  
• Finish with the remaining lemon wedge.

A Royal Backstory

Royal watchers love to debate how many drinks the Queen had each day. Her former chef swears the rumors were exaggerated. What seems clear is that she enjoyed a Gin and Dubonnet with dinner. Reliable. Unfussy. Regal without trying.

She had a page who mixed it for her every night. A dream. The good news is you do not need palace staff to make a proper drink. Dubonnet Rouge is easy to find. It is a fortified wine with herbs, fruit zest and quinine. A French classic with real history and no artificial anything.

Tips for the Perfect Royal Gin Cocktail

• Gin choice matters. Gordon’s is traditional. Any quality dry gin works if that is what you have.
  
• Shake longer than you think you need. Cold drinks taste better.
  
• Use a fresh lemon wedge. It brings aroma and brightness.
  
• Do not skip the Summer Berries Bitters. Impeccable sourcing is our love language and this blend adds depth that takes the drink from simple to special.

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Queen's Cocktail

What did Queen Elizabeth drink every day?

She reportedly enjoyed a Gin and Dubonnet before dinner. Our version honors that tradition with a little extra flavor.

What is Dubonnet?

Dubonnet Rouge is a sweet aperitif made with fortified wine, herbs, spices and quinine. Bittersweet. Complex. A true staple.

Is Gordon's Gin really the royal choice?

Gordon’s has held Royal Warrants and is often linked to the classic serve. It is a solid pick for this drink.