White Cargo (cocktail)

White Cargo
Cocktail
TypeMixed drink
Base spirit
Standard garnishFreshly grated nutmeg
Standard drinkware Cocktail glass
Commonly used ingredients
  • 1 part dry gin
  • 1 part vanilla ice cream
PreparationCombine ingredients with ice in cocktail shaker; shake well, then strain into cocktail glass, pouring over ice.

The White Cargo is an ice cream cocktail made with vanilla ice cream and gin. Some versions include maraschino liquor, garnished with freshly grated nutmeg. Its creation is credited to Harry Craddock of The Savoy Hotel in a three ingredient version that includes a splash of dry white wine. Modern versions have added Chardonnay.

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