A bit of history about this cocktail
The “Million Dollar” cocktail first appeared in the early 20th century and quickly became popular due to its elegance and unique flavor. It is believed to have been created by Louis Eppinger, a bartender at one of New York’s prestigious clubs. The first mentions of the “Million Dollar” date back to the 1910s.
Its popularity peaked during the Jazz Age in the USA, when sophisticated and exotic drinks were in vogue. Thanks to the combination of gin, sweet vermouth, pineapple juice, and grenadine, the cocktail gained a special fruity note, and the addition of egg white gave it the famous velvety texture.
The “Million Dollar” reflects the spirit of those times — luxury and sophistication, and its name highlights the ambitions of people of that era who aspired to wealth and success. This drink remains a symbol of high class and refined taste to this day.
Cocktail “Million Dollar” Recipe
The “Million Dollar” cocktail is a classic drink that was popular in the early 20th century. It combines delicate fruity notes with the strength of gin and the unusual use of egg white.
Ingredients:
- Gin — 45 ml
- Sweet vermouth — 15 ml
- Pineapple juice — 15 ml
- Egg white — 1
- Grenadine — 1 tsp
- Ice
Preparation:
- Place ice into a shaker.
- Add gin, sweet vermouth, pineapple juice, egg white, and grenadine.
- Shake all ingredients vigorously to create a uniform foam from the egg white.
- Strain the drink through a strainer into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Optionally, you can garnish the cocktail with a cherry or a piece of pineapple.
Enjoy your “Million Dollar”!
