Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMaximónCardinal Sin Recipe

Cardinal Sin Recipe

Inspired by Maximón
Time15m
Serves1

Shot Tower Gin, Cappelletti, Prickly Pear, Lemon, Hibiscus, Fever Tree Cucumber Tonic

Was this page helpful?

Help improve this recipe for others.

Send this recipe to your inbox.

We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.

Ingredients

Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Spirits

Fruit & Vegetables

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients and measure them accurately. Prepare the prickly pear puree if not using pre-made.

  2. 2

    Juice the Lemon

    Squeeze fresh lemon to obtain 0.25 oz of lemon juice. Strain to remove any seeds or pulp.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients in a Shaker

    In a cocktail shaker, add 1 oz of Shot Tower Gin, 0.5 oz of Cappelletti, 0.5 oz of prickly pear puree, and 0.25 oz of lemon juice.

  2. 4

    Add Hibiscus Syrup

    Pour in 0.5 oz of hibiscus syrup to the shaker with the other ingredients.

  3. 5

    Shake Well

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

Serving

  1. 6

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.

  2. 7

    Top with Tonic

    Gently pour 3 oz of Fever Tree Cucumber Tonic over the cocktail in the glass.

  3. 8

    Garnish

    Garnish with a slice of cucumber or a sprig of mint if desired.

More from Maximón