Definition

Noun: - A type of alcoholic cocktail: A "gin sling" is a mixed drink primarily made with gin as its base spirit, combined with other ingredients such as water, sugar, and lemon juice. It is a specific category within the broader family of "sling" cocktails, which are typically served cold and may be carbonated.

Usage

• As a specific beverage order:
  • He ordered a refreshing gin sling at the bar.
  • The classic gin sling is a simple but elegant cocktail.

Advanced Usage

• Historical context: The term "gin sling" can refer to traditional recipes from the 19th and early 20th centuries, often associated with certain regional variations, such as the Singapore Sling, which is a more complex gin-based cocktail.
  • The bartender specialized in historical recipes, including an authentic 1900s gin sling.

Variants and Related Words

• Sling (noun): The general category of alcoholic drinks made with liquor, water, sugar, and often citrus.
  • A whiskey sling is another popular variation.
• Singapore Sling (noun): A famous, specific cocktail that is a type of gin sling, typically containing cherry brandy, Benedictine, and other ingredients.
  • The Raffles Hotel is famous for inventing the Singapore Sling.

Synonyms

• Gin cocktail: A general term for any mixed drink with gin as the primary alcohol.
• Mixed drink: A broad term for any beverage combining alcohol with other ingredients.

Related Phrases

(Note: "Gin sling" itself is a noun phrase and is not commonly used in phrasal verb constructions.)

Related Idioms

(Note: There are no common idioms that specifically feature the term "gin sling.")

Noun

1. a sling made with gin