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The Singapore Sling was born from a clever trick to bypass strict social rules at the famous Raffles Hotel around 1915.
At that time, it was considered impolite for women to drink alcohol in public. They were expected to stick to plain tea or juice. A talented bartender named Ngiam Tong Boon decided to help his female guests by creating a drink that looked like a harmless fruit punch. Because of its bright pink colour, women could enjoy a gin-based cocktail without anyone suspecting they were drinking alcohol.
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