GIN COCO NO. 2

• Gin
  60 ml (2 oz)

  Choose a London Dry gin for classic flavor, or a coconut-forward gin for extra depth.
• Coconut cream
  30 ml (1 oz)

  Use cream of coconut for a smoother, sweeter texture.
• Fresh lime juice
  25 ml (0.75 oz)

  Freshly squeezed for best results.
• Simple syrup
  15 ml (0.5 oz)

  Adjust to taste depending on your sweetness preference.
• Angostura bitters
  2 dashes

  Adds aromatic complexity.
• Ice
  1 cup

  For shaking and serving.

• Cocktail shaker
• Jigger
• Fine mesh strainer
• Bar spoon
• Rocks glass or coupe

1. 1

   Add the gin, coconut cream, lime juice, simple syrup, and bitters into a cocktail shaker.

2. 2

   Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled and frothy.

3. 3

   Double strain the mixture into a chilled rocks glass or coupe filled with fresh ice.

4. 4

   Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes for aroma and tropical flair.

• Combines the botanical notes of gin with creamy, tropical coconut.
• Perfectly balanced between refreshing and indulgent.
• Great conversation starter with its unique flavor profile.
• Ideal for summer parties or as an escape from winter blues.
• Looks stunning in the glass with its frothy top and vibrant garnish.

The GIN COCO NO. 2 is a modern evolution of the original Gin Coco, a popular summer refresher in trendy beach bars. While the original focused on simplicity—gin and coconut water over ice—this No. 2 version was first crafted by a creative bartender in Singapore, who wanted to elevate the drink with richer coconut cream, a spritz of citrus, and a dash of aromatic bitters. It’s quickly gained a cult following among those who love both gin classics and tiki cocktails, becoming a symbol of creative fusion in mixology.