Naked Lady Cocktail
Yes, there is such a thing as a naked lady cocktail. And yes, it is strangely named, but other than the name, it is rather delicious and worth a try.
I assure you, I was not naked when I made this cocktail. (That would be a naked bartender cocktail.)
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I’m always surprised when I come across a cocktail or shot recipe with a name that’s weird or potentially offensive. Why did someone choose such a name? While I am not a prude, there are certain cocktails (including shots) with more risque names that I refuse to promote. It’s just not necessary. First off, the names are offensive and usually to women. Secondly, there are tons of cocktails and shots with normal names that are delicious and fun to blog about.
Why did someone even name this particular cocktail after a naked lady? I’m assuming it’s because the color was reminiscent of a Caucasian woman without her clothes on, but leave me a comment if you know differently. I think over the years the color has gone from a pinkish to a deeper flesh tone.
As you all know, I blog about cocktails every Friday and although the name of this cocktail is strange, I don’t find it offensive. Besides, it is simply scrumptious and, although it could probably use some rebranding, it’s well worth making and drinking.
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Helpful tips
- The standard naked lady cocktail recipes calls for grenadine, which I don’t use it because it makes the drink too sweet and not balanced. Try it my way first and if you still prefer it sweeter, add 1 ounce of grenadine.
- You can use white or gold rum, but just know your choice will affect the color of the cocktail.
- You won’t be using simple syrup to sweeten this cocktail because sweet vermouth is a sweet alcohol.
Tips for buying and washing lemons
- The way to pick a great lemon at the market is to first heft it in your hand. The heavier lemons have more juice than the lighter ones.
- When picking a lemon, smell it too. The more lemon fragrance, the fresher the lemon.
- Try to gauge the thickness of the rind. The thinner the rind, the more juice it will yield.
- Wash your lemons before juicing. Here’s how: place the lemons in a bowl with three cups of water and 1 cup of white vinegar. After 10 minutes, remove the lemons and run them under cold water, using a brush to scrub the skin.
- If I’m washing one lemon, I just use a natural non-scented hand soap and scrub the skin with a brush. Then I rinse the lemon off well with cold water.
- Before juicing the lemon, roll it between your palm and a hard surface like a counter. Doing this will help release the juice.
How to make the naked lady cocktail
Pre-step
Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice and get a measuring glass and two martini glasses. Cut two thin lemon wheels.
After measuring out the ingredients, pour into the shaker.
Step one
Gather the ingredients – white rum, sweet vermouth, apricot brandy and lemon.
Step two
Measure 2.5 ounces of rum.
Step three
Measure 2.5 ounces of sweet vermouth.
Step four
Measure out 1 ounce of apricot brandy.
Step five
Measure 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Step six
Cap the cocktail shaker and shake it for 15 seconds. Divide and strain the liquid between the martini glasses and float a lemon wheel in each naked lady cocktail.
Here’s the vertical view.
Delicious! It’s such a nice balanced cocktail and is perfect for sipping before a meal!
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I hope you enjoyed this naked lady cocktail recipe!
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Naked Lady Cocktail
Ingredients
- 2.5 ounces rum I used gold
- 2.5 ounces sweet vermouth
- 1 ounce apricot brandy
- 1 ounce lemon juice freshly squeezed
Garnish
- 2 lemon wheels thinly sliced
Instructions
- Fill cocktail shaker 1/2 way with ice
- Add rum, vermouth, brandy and lemon juice2.5 ounces rum, 2.5 ounces sweet vermouth, 1 ounce apricot brandy, 1 ounce lemon juice
- Cap shaker and shake for 15 seconds
- Strain and divide into the martini glasses and float a lemon wheel in each glass2 lemon wheels
- Sip
- Smile
- Enjoy
Equipment
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- The standard naked lady cocktail recipes calls for grenadine, which I don’t use it because it makes the drink too sweet and not balanced. Try it my way first and if you still prefer it sweeter, add 1 ounce of grenadine.
- You can use white or gold rum, but just know your choice will affect the color of the cocktail.
- You won’t be using simple syrup to sweeten this cocktail because sweet vermouth is a sweet alcohol.
- The way to pick a great lemon at the market is to first heft it in your hand. The heavier lemons have more juice than the lighter ones.
- When picking a lemon, smell it too. The more lemon fragrance, the fresher the lemon.
- Try to gauge the thickness of the rind. The thinner the rind, the more juice it will yield.
- Wash your lemons before juicing. Here’s how: place the lemons in a bowl with three cups of water and 1 cup of white vinegar. After 10 minutes, remove the lemons and run them under cold water, using a brush to scrub the skin.
- If I’m washing one lemon, I just use a natural non-scented hand soap and scrub the skin with a brush. Then I rinse the lemon off well with cold water.
- Before juicing the lemon, roll it between your palm and a hard surface like a counter. Doing this will help release the juice.
Nutrition
First published January 2017.
From lighting up stages with her BA in theater to crafting delightful dishes and cocktails, Elaine Benoit's journey is a testament to passion's transformative power. As the CEO of Dishes Delish, she offers a blend of healthy, comforting recipes and exquisitely crafted cocktails. Beyond the kitchen, Elaine voiced her culinary adventures on her podcast, "Dishing," and co-owns Food Blogger Help, extending her expertise to guide budding food bloggers to success. Whether it's for a heartwarming dish or insights into food blogging, Elaine's diverse experiences make her a beacon in the culinary digital landscape.
You are too funny. This one looks amazing – and in this weather (we have 10″ of snow and its 5 degrees today) – no naked ladies around here. lol.
Wendi!
Hehe. Thanks. And yikes – 5 degrees!
Nice name! Looks and sounds delicious!
Thanks so much!
Great name! Ha! It sounds delicious and I love the thought of apricot brandy in it.
Thanks so much Kate! 🙂 I love apricot brandy!
There are definitely some interesting cocktail names out there! This combination sounds so tasty – especially with the apricot brandy!
Thank you Renee! I appreciate it!
Interesting name! Surely this cocktail will turn heads. Great recipe!
Hehe. Thank you Annissa!
I can’t wait to wind down with this cocktail tonight! Perfect after a long, hot day! Yum!
Thanks Sara! It is a great sipping cocktail!
I do love cocktails with good mysterious names. I had never heard of a naked lady but want to make it now! Thanks for the recipe!
You’re welcome, Paula! Thanks for your comment. It’s a fun cocktail!
I truly appreciate you not promoting rudely-named recipes … And thoroughly agree with you on that note!
Thanks Betty. I know they are popular, but I just can’t do it. And have you noticed how it’s usually something that is derogatory to women? It drives me nuts.