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Flying Dutchman
GinEasyOld-fashioned glass

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Flying Dutchman

Flying Dutchman combines Gin, Triple Sec in a ordinary drink served in a old-fashioned glass. It is a strong fit for date night and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.

Taste profile

Strong, light, soft, and smooth.

Best for

Best for date night.

Quick fact

Flying Dutchman is usually served as a ordinary drink in a old-fashioned glass, and its identity is shaped by Gin, Triple Sec.

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How to make it

Build it step by step.

2 steps
  1. 1In an old-fashioned glass almost filled with ice cubes, combine the gin and triple sec.
  2. 2Stir well.

Method

Stirred

Finish

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Taste map

Strength

Strong

Sweetness

Light

Sourness

Soft

Bitterness

Smooth

Read: Flying Dutchman is a easy alcoholic cocktail for date night with Gin, Triple Sec.

Texture and serve cues

-Has citrus
-Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style

Best for

Best for date night.

Glassware

Old-fashioned glass

More to know before you make it

A fuller read on the drink.

Flavor read

Expect a spirit-forward finish with support from Gin, Triple Sec.

Best pairing

Easy to serve with snacks, small plates, and casual sharing food.

Serving style

Serve in a old-fashioned glass and aim for a easy prep that still feels polished in the glass.

Where it fits

Flying Dutchman sits comfortably in the gin cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.

Background

Why this cocktail keeps showing up.

Flying Dutchman is usually served as a ordinary drink in a old-fashioned glass, and its identity is shaped by Gin, Triple Sec.

Reference cards

Base spirit

Gin

Category

Ordinary Drink

Alcohol

Alcoholic

Glass

Old-fashioned glass

Method

Stirred

Updated

March 11, 2026

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