What is a Pegu Club cocktail?

A classic gin cocktail made with gin, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, and both Angostura and orange bitters, shaken and served up. It's tart, herbal, and dry rather than sweet.

Where did the Pegu Club cocktail originate?

At the Pegu Club, a British club near Rangoon, Burma (now Yangon, Myanmar). It first appeared in print in 1923.

Does the Pegu Club cocktail contain Cointreau?

It can. The original calls for clear orange curaçao, but Cointreau is a widely available substitute that works well — as does triple sec.

Can I make it without orange bitters?

Yes, use two dashes of Angostura instead.

Pegu Club (Classic Cocktail!)

Pegu Club Cocktail

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The Pegu Club is a unique classic gin cocktail with orange liqueur, fresh lime, and two kinds of bitters! This drink recipe is boozy and sophisticated, with a citrusy herbal finish.

Author: Sonja Overhiser
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 drink 1x
Category: Drink
Method: Shaken
Cuisine: American
Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

2 ounces* gin
1 ounce orange liqueur (triple sec, Cointreau, or clear orange curacao)
1/2 ounce lime juice
1 dash angostura and 1 dash orange bitters
For the garnish: lime wedge

Instructions

Place the gin, orange liqueur, lime juice, and bitters in a cocktail shaker. Add 2 handfuls of ice and shake until cold.
Strain the drink into a cocktail glass. Garnish with a lime wedge if desired.

Notes

*To convert to tablespoons, 1 ounce = 2 tablespoons.

Find it online: https://www.acouplecooks.com/pegu-club-cocktail/