Gagliardo
The Gagliardo is a strong vodka sour, tart and fruity on the palate. Shaken and served in a cocktail glass.
- 3 min
- Cocktail glass
- Shaken
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 74 out of 100
- Sweet
- 63 out of 100
- Fruity
- 69 out of 100
- Herbal
- 36 out of 100
- Boozy
- 61 out of 100
How to make a Gagliardo
To make a Gagliardo, shake with ice and strain into a cocktail glass: 1½ oz peach vodka, 1 oz lemon juice, ⅓ oz Galliano and ⅓ oz sirup of roses.
You'll need
- Peach Vodka1½ oz
- Lemon juice1 oz
- Galliano⅓ oz
- Sirup of roses⅓ oz
Pairs well with: Sirup of roses · All syrups
Instructions
- 1
Chill a cocktail glass: fill it with ice and water while you mix, then tip it out.
- 2
Add peach vodka, lemon juice, Galliano and sirup of roses to a cocktail shaker.
- 3
Fill the shaker with ice.
- 4
Shake hard for 10-15 seconds, until the outside is frosty.
- 5
Strain into the chilled cocktail glass.
Why shake? Lemon juice needs a hard shake to mix and chill properly.
Gagliardo questions
What does a Gagliardo taste like?
Mostly tart and fruity, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a strong drink at about 18% ABV once mixed.
How strong is a Gagliardo?
About 18% ABV after mixing with ice, stronger than wine, lighter than a neat spirit.
Should a Gagliardo be shaken or stirred?
Shaken: lemon juice and sirup of roses need a hard shake to mix and chill properly.
Can I make Gagliardos in a batch?
Yes. For 6 drinks, mix 9 oz peach vodka, 5⅓ oz lemon juice, 1¾ oz Galliano and 1¾ oz sirup of roses in a jug and chill it. Add 3⅔ oz of cold water to stand in for the dilution from shaking. Pour over fresh ice to serve.
What glass do you serve a Gagliardo in?
A cocktail glass.