Martini Cocktail 1888
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Ingredients
- barspoonClassic Gum Syrup
- 1 ozOld Tom gin
- 1 ozsweet vermouth
- 2 dashesaromatic bittersBitter Truth Bogart's (Bitter Truth Bogart's)
- dashdry curaçaoor absinthe (or absinthe)
Garnish: cherry or olive
Preparation
- 1.
In a mixing glass, stir all of the ingredients with ice.
- 2.
Strain into a coupe glass.
- 3.
Squeeze a lemon twist over the top, then discard.
- 4.
Garnish with a cherry or olive.
Notes
The great Dale Degroff’s interpretation of the great Harry Johnson’s "Fancy Gin Cocktail", the predecessor of the martini.
