Bronx Cocktail Recipe

The Bronx cocktail is a classic pre-Prohibition era drink that was created in the early 1900s by a bartender named Johnny Solon at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City. It is said to be named after the Bronx Zoo, as Solon thought the drink had a wild kick to it. The Bronx is a variation of the Martini, with the addition of orange juice.

• Pre-Prohibition era drink
• Created by Johnny Solon at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel
• Named after the Bronx Zoo

The Bronx cocktail has a refreshing, citrusy taste with a hint of sweetness. It is a well-balanced mix of strong gin, tangy orange juice, and herbal vermouth, making it a smooth and easy-to-drink cocktail.

• The Bronx is one of the five cocktails named after New York City's boroughs
• It was ranked the third most famous cocktail in the world in 1934
• The Bronx cocktail is often served as a brunch drink, similar to a Mimosa

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
2. Add gin, dry vermouth, sweet vermouth, and orange juice
3. Shake well until chilled
4. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass
5. Garnish with an orange peel

• Shake the cocktail vigorously to properly mix the ingredients and chill the drink.
• Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best flavor.
• Chill the glass before pouring the cocktail to keep it cool for longer.

Food Pairings

• Seafood: Light, non-fried seafood dishes would complement the citrus notes of the Bronx cocktail without overpowering the drink's delicate balance.
• Poultry: Grilled chicken or turkey sliders can be a delightful pairing with the herbaceous notes of the gin.
• Appetizers: Pair with a cheese platter; especially those with goat cheese or aged cheddar, which can stand up to the sweetness and acidity in the drink.

Drink Pairings

• Non-Alcoholic: Sparkling water with a twist of lemon can cleanse the palate without competing with the complexity of the Bronx cocktail.
• Wine: A light Sauvignon Blanc, with its crisp, fruity notes, may be a suitable wine pairing if transitioning from cocktails to wine during a meal.

• Vodka can be used instead of gin for a different flavor profile.
• Lemon juice can be used as a substitute for orange juice if desired.
• If you don't have sweet vermouth, you can use a mix of red wine and sugar.

Citrus Burst Bronx

• Ingredients: 2oz Gin, 0.75oz Dry Vermouth, 0.75oz Sweet Vermouth, 1.5oz Blood Orange Juice, Splash of Lime Juice
• Recipe: Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a glass. Garnish with a blood orange twist.
• Description: The added lime and substitution of blood orange juice provide an extra citrus kick that takes the Bronx to a tangier dimension, perfect for those who like their drinks with a sharper edge.

Autumn in New York Bronx

• Ingredients: 2oz Gin infused with cinnamon, 1oz Dry Vermouth, 1oz Sweet Vermouth, 1oz Apple Cider, Apple Slice for garnish
• Recipe: Infuse the gin with cinnamon sticks for a few days, then shake with vermouths and apple cider over ice and strain into a glass. Garnish with an apple slice.
• Description: Swapping the orange juice for apple cider and adding cinnamon-infused gin gives the cocktail an autumnal twist, evoking the cozy warmth of fall in New York.

Botanical Gardens Bronx

• Ingredients: 2oz Herbal Gin, 1oz Dry Vermouth, 1oz Lillet Blanc, 1oz Fresh Orange Juice, Sprig of Thyme or Rosemary for garnish
• Recipe: Use a gin with stronger herbal notes and swap sweet vermouth for Lillet Blanc. Shake ingredients with ice and strain. Garnish with a fresh herb sprig.
• Description: This version takes the herbaceous profile up a notch, with Lillet Blanc adding a different dimension of botanicals, complemented with a fragrant herb garnish. It's like a stroll through a botanical garden, in a glass.