đ„ Meet the Left Hand â a modern classic that drinks like the lovechild of a Manhattan and a Negroni. Bold bourbon, bitter Campari, sweet vermouth, and a hint of chocolate bitters = rich, complex, unforgettable.
Tag: Bitters
The Notorious F.I.G. Cocktail
Meet the Notorious F.I.G. đž A bold mix of rye whiskey, Grand Marnier, caramelized fig syrup, and blueberry balsamic vinegar. Inspired by a bounty of figs, its name tips the hat to a legendary artist and Hitchcockâs Notorious. Rich. Nuanced. Unforgettable.
Martinez Cocktail
The Martinez cocktail has a rich history dating back to the 1800s. Its origins are debated, with claims of influencing modern martinis and having traits of a martini and a Manhattan. The original recipe called for equal parts gin and sweet vermouth, but variations exist. A classic recipe includes London Dry Gin, sweet vermouth, Luxardo maraschino liqueur, Angostura bitters, and an orange twist garnish. Stir and strain over ice for a delightful, old-school cocktail experience.
The Kangaroo Cocktail (Vodka Martini)
I prefer gin over vodka, especially in martinis, but heres a recipe for a Kangaroo cocktail, a vodka martini created in the 1940s in NYC. The recipe includes vodka, Lillet Blanc, and orange bitters, garnished with lemon or an olive.
Monte Carlo Cocktail
The origin of the Monte Carlo Cocktail remains unclear, appearing in a cocktail recipe book from the late 1940s. It combines rye whisky, Bénédictine, and Angostura bitters, resembling both a Manhattan and an Old Fashioned. The drink, served over ice, can be garnished with a lemon twist.
The Rolls Royce Cocktail
The Rolls Royce cocktail originated in the 1930s, featuring a blend of gin, dry and sweet vermouth, BĂ©nĂ©dictine, and optional orange bitters. This for is balance yet boozy, making “I’ll make it again” list.
White Lotus (Lychee Vesper) Martini
I’m finishing up watching White Lotus with the wife, sparked by Walton Goggins’ (she is a fan). I came across the White Lotus Martini cocktail and gave it a try.
The Preakness Cocktail
The Preakness cocktail, inspired by the Preakness Stakes, is a variant of the Manhattan, incorporating Benedictine for a unique flavor. It combines rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, Benedictine, bitters, and is garnished with a lemon twist.
The Cure Cocktail
I attended a sales conference, got COVID and bunkered in with my wife. Although The Cure Cocktail didn’t cure us, we enjoyed making and drinking it. The cocktail’s ingredients include vodka, ginger syrup, lemon juice, bitters, and lemon peel.
The Bijou Cocktail
The Bijou cocktail, originating in the 1890s, combines gin, sweet vermouth, and Chartreuse. A modern twist uses more gin and adds orange bitters. This complex drink is recommended, and it can be made with a substitute, Faccia Brutto Centerbe.
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