Maiden’s PrayerCocktail recipe
Rating
Microbadges
Cocktail glass
Ingredients
Can you make this?
Add the ingredients you have at home to your My Bar and we'll show you what cocktails you can make. Start off by adding the ingredients you have for this cocktail using the plus icons.
Method
How to make a Maiden’s Prayer
-
- Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake well
-
- Pour into a cocktail glass
-
- Garnish with an orange zest twist and serve
Your private tasting notes
Can you make this?
Add the ingredients you have at home to your My Bar and we'll show you what cocktails you can make. Start off by adding the ingredients you have for this cocktail using the plus icons.
Featured in
FAQ's
How do you properly shake the ingredients for a Maiden’s Prayer cocktail?
To properly shake the Maiden’s Prayer cocktail, first, add the triple sec, lemon juice, gin, and orange juice into a shaker filled with ice. Secure the lid or cocktail shaker cap tightly. Then, shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to ensure that the mixture is well chilled and mixed. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
What is the best way to serve a Maiden’s Prayer cocktail?
The best way to serve a Maiden’s Prayer cocktail is in a chilled cocktail glass, to help retain its cold temperature. Optionally, a thin slice of orange or lemon can be used as garnish on the rim of the glass for an elegant presentation and a hint of additional citrus aroma before each sip.
Can I substitute any ingredient if I don't have triple sec for a Maiden’s Prayer?
Yes, if you don't have triple sec, you can substitute it with Cointreau or another orange-flavored liqueur of your choice. These substitutes will maintain the cocktail’s characteristic citrus flavor. However, keep in mind that the alternative may have a slightly different sugar content or alcohol by volume, which could slightly alter the taste of the cocktail.
How does the alcohol content of a Maiden’s Prayer compare to a standard drink?
With an alcohol content of 24.76%, the Maiden’s Prayer cocktail is stronger than a standard drink, which typically contains about 14 grams of pure alcohol, roughly equivalent to 12% alcohol by volume (ABV) in a 5-ounce serving of wine or 5% ABV in a 12-ounce serving of beer. Given its total volume of 105ml, the Maiden’s Prayer packs a stronger punch owing to its higher concentration of spirits.
What foods pair well with a Maiden’s Prayer cocktail?
The Maiden’s Prayer, with its citrus notes from lemon and orange juice, pairs wonderfully with light appetizers, seafood dishes, and salads. Specifically, oysters, shrimp cocktails, or a citrus-based salad would complement the cocktail’s refreshing and slightly sweet profile. The tanginess of the lemon also makes it a good match for richer poultry dishes, balancing the flavors beautifully.
Upgrade your mixology
Become a member for free taking your cocktail making skills up to level 11.
- Save your bar forever
- Access to our Cocktail Creator, allowing you to create your own wonderful concoctions.
- Save cocktails to personalised 'Tried' and 'Want to try' lists
- Create and record tasting notes on cocktails
- Create lists of cocktails to share with friends and family
- A pesonalised MyBar URL, allowing you to share everything you can make with friends
- And much more ... (what to buy next, measurement choices, search personalisation...)
You might also like
Alexander
First seen in Hugo Ensslins 1915 book "Recipes for Mixed Drinks", this classic cocktail can now be seen the world...
Vesper
The drink was invented and named by fictional secret agent James Bond in the 1953 novel Casino Royale. "A dry...
Lavender French 75
The Lavender French 75 is a fragrant twist on the classic French 75 cocktail, renowned for its sophisticated blend of...
The Perfect Martini
The Perfect Martini is a sophisticated twist on the classic martini that balances the botanical notes of gin with the...
Create a cocktail
Choose a theme and some ingredients, give us some description and we'll create an amazing cocktail for you.
Register as a Premium Make Me A Cocktail community member and get access to an even more powerful creator.
Start creating
Comments
No comments yet…
You need to be a user with a verified email to comment on cocktails. Login / register