The White Lady Cocktail is clean, citrusy, and quietly powerful—a drink that is both refined and refreshing. Built with gin, triple sec, and lemon juice (plus egg white, if you're going deluxe), it's a drink that walks into a party dressed in silk. In Los Angeles, it's a favorite at gallery openings, rooftop brunches, and intimate dinner parties where aesthetics matter as much as flavor.
From Bel Air terraces to Echo Park cocktail lounges, the White Lady Cocktail is the understated star.
Ingredients (One Serving)
- 1½ oz Gin (London Dry or floral gin)
- ¾ oz Cointreau or Triple Sec
- ¾ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- Optional: ½ oz Egg White
- Garnish: Lemon twist or dehydrated lemon slice
- Ice
- Coupe or Nick & Nora glass
LA Local Tip: Use floral-forward gins like AMASS or Future Gin (both distilled in LA) for a unique California twist. For events, Party Shakers also offers seasonal citrus infusions—think Meyer lemon or blood orange upgrades.
How to Make the White Lady Cocktail
1. Dry shake (if using egg white).
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with no ice. Shake hard to build foam and integrate citrus.
- Shake again with ice.
Add ice and shake for another 15–20 seconds. This chills and gives it that silky texture. - Double strain into a chilled glass.
Fine strain into a coupe or Nick & Nora to keep it smooth and frothy. - Garnish with minimalist flair.
Lemon twist, dried citrus wheel, or even edible flowers—all LA-approved visual upgrades.
Why the White Lady Is Making a Comeback in LA
The White Lady cocktail is refined without being fussy. It plays beautifully with LA's spring and summer menus and looks great in every Instagram shot. Perfect for:
- Art gallery receptions in Culver City
- Garden weddings in Pasadena
- Brunches with Champagne pairings in West LA
- High-end brand activations in Santa Monica
Its citrus-forward brightness and botanical foundation make it endlessly pairable.
FAQs
Is the White Lady Cocktail strong?
It's well-balanced. The gin gives it backbone, while the triple sec and lemon keep it bright. Egg white rounds it out with a soft mouthfeel.
Can I skip the egg white?
Yes—it's optional. Without it, the drink is lighter and sharper. With it, it's smoother and more luxurious. We offer both at all events.
Can it be batched?
Yes, the base can be pre-mixed. We shake fresh on-site for each guest to preserve froth and aroma.
Book Elegance in a Coupe – White Lady in LA
Citrusy, clean, and classic—the White Lady is perfect for guests who want sophistication without the weight. Party Shakers serves it with precision and a touch of LA sparkle. Same goes for many other drinks we offer.
✅ Available throughout LA County: Silver Lake, Manhattan Beach, Beverly Hills, Los Feliz
✅ Optional egg white version with custom foam designs
✅ Great with seafood, citrus canapés, or cheese pairings
✅ Served by Party Shakers' mixologists who blend beauty and balance
Book Party Shakers – Serve the White Lady and Give Your Event a Taste of Citrus-Cool Elegance