51 Sophisticated cocktails you can make in minutes!

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The Martini has a crisp, clean, and slightly herbal taste. It is a strong and sophisticated cocktail with a hint of bitterness from the vermouth.

Indulge in our sophisticated cocktails, perfect for those who appreciate the finer things in life. Elevate your next gathering or special occasion with these exquisite drinks, setting you apart from the ordinary. Discover the world of refined mixology and let your taste buds embark on a journey of delightful flavors.

Sophisticated Cocktails: A World of Refined Mixology

For those who seek elegance and refinement in their drinks, our sophisticated cocktails are the perfect choice. These carefully crafted libations are not only visually stunning but also boast complex flavor profiles and unique combinations that will leave a lasting impression.

Who Would Love These Drinks?

  • Cocktail Connoisseurs: Those who appreciate the art of mixology and the balance of flavors in a well-made drink.
  • Special Occasions: Make your celebrations even more memorable with these classy concoctions.
  • Home Entertainers: Impress your guests with your bartending skills and knowledge of high-end cocktails.

When to Enjoy These Sophisticated Sips

  1. Date Nights: Set the mood for a romantic evening with a beautifully crafted cocktail.
  2. Cocktail Parties: Show off your refined taste and impress your friends with these elegant drinks.
  3. Relaxing Evenings: Unwind after a long day with a sophisticated beverage that demonstrates your appreciation for the finer things in life.

In conclusion, our sophisticated cocktails are the perfect choice for those who desire a touch of elegance and refinement in their drinks. Elevate your next event or simply treat yourself to a world of refined mixology with these exquisite concoctions.

Martini

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The Martini has a crisp, clean, and slightly herbal taste. It is a strong and sophisticated cocktail with a hint of bitterness from the vermouth.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Dry vermouth: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Green olive: 1
  • Lemon twist: 1

Recipe

  1. Chill a cocktail glass by filling it with ice and water. Set aside.
  2. In a mixing glass, combine the gin and dry vermouth.
  3. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir the mixture for 20-30 seconds until well chilled.
  4. Discard the ice and water from the cocktail glass.
  5. Strain the mixture into the chilled cocktail glass.
  6. Garnish with either a green olive or a lemon twist.

Manhattan

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The Manhattan cocktail is a well-balanced blend of sweet, bitter, and strong flavors. The sweetness comes from the vermouth, while the bitterness is derived from the aromatic bitters. The whiskey provides a robust and full-bodied taste, making the drink a perfect choice for those who enjoy a strong and complex cocktail.

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Ingredients

  • Rye whiskey: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Sweet vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Maraschino cherry: 1
  • Garnish: Orange or Lemon Twist

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice.
  2. Add 2 oz of rye whiskey, 1 oz of sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
  3. Stir the mixture gently for about 30 seconds, or until well-chilled.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
  5. Garnish with a maraschino cherry and an orange or lemon twist.

Cosmopolitan

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The Cosmopolitan is a well-balanced cocktail with a slightly sweet, tart, and fruity taste. The combination of cranberry juice, lime, and orange liqueur creates a refreshing and zesty flavor, while the vodka adds a smooth and subtle kick.

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Ingredients

  • Vodka: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Cointreau: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Cranberry juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Fresh lime juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Orange peel: 1
  • Garnish: 1 Lime Wheel

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
  2. Add vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice, and fresh lime juice
  3. Shake well until chilled
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass
  5. Express the orange peel over the drink and discard
  6. Garnish with a lime wheel on the rim of the glass

Cognac Old Fashioned

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The Cognac Old Fashioned has a smooth, rich, and slightly sweet taste with notes of oak, vanilla, and caramel. The cognac provides a warm, full-bodied flavor, while the sugar and bitters add a touch of sweetness and complexity.

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Ingredients

  • Cognac: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Angostura bitters: 2dashes
  • Orange peel: 1
  • Garnish: Maraschino Cherry:1

Recipe

  1. In a mixing glass, combine the cognac, simple syrup, and Angostura bitters
  2. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled
  3. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with a large ice cube
  4. Express the orange peel over the drink and drop it into the glass
  5. Garnish with a maraschino cherry

Tuxedo

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The Tuxedo cocktail is a complex and balanced drink with a slightly sweet, herbal, and citrusy flavor profile. It has a smooth and silky texture, with a hint of bitterness from the vermouth and a warming, slightly spicy finish from the gin.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Dry vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Maraschino liqueur: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Orange bitters: 2dashes
  • Absinthe: 1dash
  • Lemon twist: 1
  • Garnish: 1Cherry

Recipe

  1. Chill a cocktail glass by filling it with ice and water, then set aside
  2. In a mixing glass, combine the gin, dry vermouth, maraschino liqueur, orange bitters, and absinthe
  3. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir well to chill and dilute the cocktail
  4. Discard the ice and water from the chilled cocktail glass
  5. Strain the cocktail into the chilled glass
  6. Express the lemon twist over the cocktail and drop it into the glass
  7. Garnish with a cherry, either skewered and balanced on the rim of the glass or dropped into the cocktail

Royal Hawaiian

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The Royal Hawaiian cocktail has a sweet and fruity taste, with a hint of tartness from the pineapple juice. The gin adds a subtle herbal and floral note, while the orgeat syrup provides a rich almond flavor. Overall, the drink is well-balanced, refreshing, and perfect for sipping on a warm day.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Pineapple juice: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Orgeat syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Grenadine: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Pineapple wedge: 1
  • Maraschino cherry: 1

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
  2. Add gin, pineapple juice, lemon juice, orgeat syrup, and grenadine
  3. Shake well until chilled
  4. Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass
  5. Garnish with a pineapple wedge and maraschino cherry

Billionaire

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The Billionaire Cocktail is a rich, complex, and well-balanced drink. It has a sweet and fruity taste with a hint of bitterness, and a smooth, velvety texture. The combination of flavors creates a luxurious and indulgent experience that is both refreshing and satisfying.

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Ingredients

  • Bourbon: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Lemon juice: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Grenadine: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Absinthe: 1tsp
  • Egg white: 1
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Garnish: Lemon Twist

Recipe

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, grenadine, and absinthe
  2. Add the egg white and shake vigorously without ice to emulsify the egg white
  3. Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well-chilled
  4. Double strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass
  5. Add two dashes of Angostura bitters on top of the foam
  6. Garnish with a lemon twist

Bluebird

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The Bluebird cocktail has a delightful balance of sweet and sour flavors, with a hint of bitterness from the gin. The drink is smooth, refreshing, and slightly fruity, making it an enjoyable choice for those who appreciate a well-rounded cocktail.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Blue curaçao: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Maraschino liqueur: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Garnish: Lemon Twist or Cherry

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the gin, blue curaçao, lemon juice, and maraschino liqueur to the shaker.
  3. Shake well until chilled and combined.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
  5. Garnish with a lemon twist or cherry.

Cognac Highball

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The Cognac Highball is a smooth, refreshing, and slightly sweet cocktail with a hint of spice from the ginger ale. The rich, fruity flavors of the cognac are perfectly balanced by the effervescence of the ginger ale, creating a delightful and sophisticated drinking experience.

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Ingredients

  • Cognac: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Ginger ale: 4 oz(120ml)
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Lemon peel: 1

Recipe

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
  2. Add 2oz of cognac to the glass.
  3. Top with 4oz of ginger ale.
  4. Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
  5. Gently stir the drink to combine the ingredients.
  6. Garnish with a lemon peel twist.

Dusty Rose

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The Dusty Rose is a delicate and well-balanced cocktail with a subtle sweetness, floral notes, and a hint of tartness. It has a smooth, velvety texture and a refreshing, light finish.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Grenadine: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Egg white: 1
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes

Recipe

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the following ingredients:
  • 2 oz gin
  • 0.75 oz lemon juice
  • 0.5 oz grenadine
  • 1 egg white
  • 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
  1. Dry shake (without ice) for about 10 seconds to emulsify the egg white
  2. Add ice to the shaker and shake again for another 10-15 seconds
  3. Double strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass
  4. Garnish with a rose petal or a lemon twist, if desired

El Presidente

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El Presidente is a smooth, well-balanced cocktail with a hint of sweetness and a touch of tartness. The combination of rum, orange curaçao, and vermouth creates a complex flavor profile that is both refreshing and satisfying.

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Ingredients

  • White rum: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Orange curaçao: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Dry vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Grenadine: 1 tsp
  • Orange peel: 1
  • Garnish: 1 Maraschino cherry

Recipe

  1. Chill a coupe glass by filling it with ice and water.
  2. Combine ingredients in a mixing glass: 2 oz white rum, 1 oz orange curaçao, 1 oz dry vermouth, and 1 tsp grenadine.
  3. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir well to chill and dilute the cocktail.
  4. Discard the ice and water from the chilled coupe glass.
  5. Strain the cocktail into the chilled coupe glass.
  6. Express the orange peel over the cocktail by holding it over the glass and giving it a good twist to release the oils. Discard the peel.
  7. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.

Gentleman's Club

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The Gentleman's Club cocktail is a balanced and complex drink, with a combination of sweet, sour, and bitter flavors. The sweetness of the sugar and the fruitiness of the orange liqueur are balanced by the tartness of the lemon juice and the bitterness of the Angostura bitters. The whiskey adds a rich, smoky depth to the drink, making it a satisfying and full-bodied cocktail.

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Ingredients

  • Whiskey: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Orange liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Egg white: 1(optional)
  • Orange twist: 1(for garnish)
  • Cherry: 1(for garnish)

Recipe

  1. Combine ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine the whiskey, orange liqueur, lemon juice, simple syrup, Angostura bitters, and egg white (if using)
  2. Dry shake: Shake the mixture without ice for about 10 seconds to emulsify the egg white and create a frothy texture
  3. Add ice: Fill the shaker with ice and shake again until well-chilled
  4. Strain and serve: Double strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass
  5. Garnish: Garnish with an orange twist and a cherry, placing the orange twist on the rim of the glass and the cherry in the center of the drink

Jockey Club

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The Jockey Club cocktail has a complex and sophisticated taste, with a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and bitter notes. It is a strong and boozy drink with a hint of citrus and almond flavors.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Maraschino liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Orange bitters: 2 dashes
  • Lemon twist: 1
  • Garnish: 1 Cherry

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice
  2. Add 2 oz of gin
  3. Add 0.5 oz of maraschino liqueur
  4. Add 2 dashes of orange bitters
  5. Stir the mixture until well chilled
  6. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass
  7. Garnish with a lemon twist and a cherry

Jubilee

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The Jubilee cocktail is a delightful blend of sweet, sour, and fruity flavors. It has a smooth, velvety texture with a hint of citrus and a subtle, lingering sweetness. The drink is well-balanced, making it a refreshing and satisfying choice for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Orange liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Sparkling wine: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Lemon twist: 1

Recipe

  1. Chill a cocktail glass by filling it with ice and setting it aside.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, lemon juice, orange liqueur, and simple syrup.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
  4. Discard the ice from the chilled cocktail glass.
  5. Strain the mixture into the glass.
  6. Top with sparkling wine and gently stir to combine.
  7. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Keeley

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The Keeley cocktail has a complex and layered taste, with a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and bitter notes. It has a smooth and velvety texture, with a hint of fruitiness and a subtle warmth from the alcohol.

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Ingredients

  • Vodka: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Cointreau: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Fresh lemon juice: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Egg white: 1
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Garnish: Lemon twist

Recipe

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, Cointreau, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white
  2. Dry shake (without ice) for about 10 seconds to emulsify the egg white
  3. Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well-chilled
  4. Double strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass
  5. Add two dashes of Angostura bitters on top of the foam
  6. Garnish with a lemon twist

Lady Finger

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The Lady Finger cocktail has a delicate and well-balanced taste, with a hint of sweetness. It is light and refreshing, with a subtle fruity flavor from the orange liqueur. The gin adds a touch of herbal complexity, while the egg white gives the drink a smooth and frothy texture.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Orange liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Egg white: 1
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Orange twist: 1

Recipe

  1. Chill a coupe glass in the freezer
  2. Combine gin, orange liqueur, lemon juice, egg white, and simple syrup in a shaker
  3. Dry shake (without ice) for 15-20 seconds to emulsify the egg white
  4. Add ice to the shaker and shake again for 15-20 seconds
  5. Double strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass
  6. Garnish with an orange twist

Licorice

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The Licorice Cocktail is a sweet, smooth, and slightly spicy drink with a rich, velvety texture. The combination of anise-flavored liqueur and vodka creates a bold and complex flavor profile, while the addition of lemon juice adds a subtle tanginess that balances the sweetness of the drink. The overall taste is reminiscent of black licorice candy, with a hint of citrus and a warming, slightly bitter finish.

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Ingredients

  • Anise flavored liqueur: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Vodka: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Ice: 1 cup
  • Garnish: Lemon twist

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add 1 oz of anise-flavored liqueur, 1 oz of vodka, and 0.5 oz of lemon juice to the shaker.
  3. Shake well until chilled and combined.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
  5. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Merry Widow

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The Merry Widow cocktail has a complex and well-balanced taste. It is slightly sweet, with a hint of bitterness from the vermouth. The herbal notes from the bitters and the warmth of the brandy create a smooth and satisfying finish.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Dry vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Benedictine: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Angostura bitters: 2dashes
  • Orange bitters: 2dashes
  • Lemon twist: 1

Recipe

  1. Chill a martini glass by filling it with ice and water, and set it aside.
  2. In a mixing glass, combine the gin, dry vermouth, Benedictine, Angostura bitters, and orange bitters.
  3. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir the ingredients until well chilled.
  4. Empty the martini glass and strain the cocktail into the glass.
  5. Garnish with a lemon twist by expressing the oils over the drink and placing it on the rim of the glass.

Midnight

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The Midnight cocktail offers a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, and slightly bitter flavors. It has a rich and velvety texture, with a warming sensation from the alcohol. The taste is complex, yet well-balanced, making it a delightful and intriguing drink.

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Ingredients

  • Rum: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Sweet vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Cherry liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Orange bitters: 2 dashes
  • Garnish: 1 Maraschino Cherry

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the rum, sweet vermouth, cherry liqueur, lemon juice, simple syrup, and orange bitters.
  3. Shake well until chilled and combined.
  4. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
  5. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.

Monk's Dream

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The Monk's Dream cocktail has a complex, herbal taste with a hint of sweetness and a touch of sourness. The combination of ingredients creates a harmonious balance between strong and light flavors, making it a delightful and refreshing drink.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Green chartreuse: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Egg white: 1
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes

Recipe

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the following ingredients:
  • 2oz Gin
  • 0.5oz Green Chartreuse
  • 0.75oz Lemon Juice
  • 0.5oz Simple Syrup
  • 1 Egg White
  1. Dry shake (without ice) to emulsify the egg white.
  2. Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well-chilled.
  3. Double strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
  4. Garnish with 2 dashes of Angostura Bitters.

Moonraker

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The Moonraker cocktail has a well-balanced taste, with a combination of sweet, sour, and slightly bitter notes. It is a strong and full-bodied drink, with a smooth and velvety texture.

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Ingredients

  • Cognac: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Champagne: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Quince liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Lemon twist: 1

Recipe

  1. Chill a martini glass by filling it with ice and water.
  2. In a mixing glass, combine the cognac, quince liqueur, and ice.
  3. Stir the mixture until well-chilled.
  4. Discard the ice and water from the martini glass.
  5. Strain the cognac mixture into the chilled martini glass.
  6. Top with champagne.
  7. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Napoleon

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The Napoleon cocktail has a complex, rich, and slightly sweet taste. It is well-balanced with notes of fruit, spice, and oak from the cognac, while the herbal and bitter flavors from the vermouth and Campari add depth and intrigue.

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Ingredients

  • Cognac: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Sweet vermouth: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Campari: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Orange twist: 1

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice
  2. Add the cognac, sweet vermouth, and Campari
  3. Stir the mixture until well chilled
  4. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass
  5. Garnish with an orange twist

Night and Day

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The Night and Day cocktail is a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, and bitter flavors, with a smooth and velvety texture. The rich and robust taste of the coffee liqueur is balanced by the bright and zesty notes of the citrus juice, while the herbal undertones of the gin add depth and complexity.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Coffee liqueur: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Orange juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Ice: As_needed
  • Garnish: LEMON_OR_ORANGE_TWIST

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the gin, coffee liqueur, lemon juice, orange juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  3. Shake well until chilled and combined.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass, creating a layered effect with the coffee liqueur settling at the bottom.
  5. Garnish with a twist of lemon or orange peel, expressing the oils over the surface of the drink before placing it on the rim of the glass.

Nikolashka

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The Nikolashka cocktail has a complex and sophisticated taste, combining sweet, sour, and bitter flavors. It is a well-balanced drink with a smooth, velvety texture and a warming sensation from the cognac.

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Ingredients

  • Cognac: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Lemon: 1
  • White sugar: 1tsp

Recipe

  1. Chill a coupe glass in the freezer for at least 10 minutes
  2. Pour 2oz of cognac into a mixing glass
  3. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled
  4. Strain the cognac into the chilled coupe glass
  5. Cut a thin slice of lemon and remove the peel, leaving only the pulp
  6. Dip one side of the lemon slice into white sugar
  7. Float the sugared lemon slice on top of the cognac in the glass
  8. Serve immediately and instruct the drinker to eat the lemon slice after finishing the cocktail

Opera

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The Opera cocktail is a harmonious blend of sweet, bitter, and fruity flavors. It has a rich, velvety texture and a complex taste profile that is both refreshing and satisfying.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Sweet vermouth: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Maraschino liqueur: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Orange bitters: 2 dashes
  • Lemon twist: 1

Recipe

  1. Chill the glass: Place a martini or coupe glass in the freezer for a few minutes to chill.
  2. Mix the ingredients: In a mixing glass, combine the gin, sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur, and orange bitters.
  3. Stir: Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir the mixture for 20-30 seconds, until well chilled and diluted.
  4. Strain: Remove the chilled glass from the freezer and strain the cocktail into the glass.
  5. Garnish: Express a lemon twist over the cocktail to release its oils, then discard the twist or place it on the rim of the glass.

Park Avenue

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The Park Avenue cocktail has a well-balanced, fruity, and slightly sweet taste. It is refreshing, smooth, and has a hint of citrus. The combination of gin, pineapple juice, and orange curaçao creates a delightful and sophisticated flavor profile.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Pineapple juice: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Orange curaçao: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Fresh lime juice: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Grenadine: 1 tsp
  • Orange twist: 1
  • Garnish: 1 Cherry

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add gin, pineapple juice, orange curaçao, fresh lime juice, and grenadine to the shaker.
  3. Shake well until chilled and combined.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
  5. Garnish with an orange twist and a cherry.

Racquet Club

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The Racquet Club cocktail has a balanced and complex taste, featuring a delightful combination of sweet, sour, and bitter flavors. The gin provides a strong, juniper-forward base, while the dry vermouth adds a touch of herbal complexity. The orange bitters and lemon juice bring a refreshing citrusy tang, and the maraschino liqueur adds a subtle sweetness to round out the flavors.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Dry vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Maraschino liqueur: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Orange bitters: 2 dashes
  • Garnish: Lemon twist or cherry

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice.
  2. Add 2 oz of gin, 1 oz of dry vermouth, 0.25 oz of maraschino liqueur, 0.25 oz of lemon juice, and 2 dashes of orange bitters.
  3. Stir the mixture until well chilled.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
  5. Garnish with a lemon twist or a cherry.

Raffles

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The Raffles cocktail has a complex and well-balanced taste, with a combination of sweet, sour, and bitter notes. It is both refreshing and invigorating, with a hint of spice and a smooth, velvety texture.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Dry vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Cherry brandy: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Orange bitters: 2 dashes
  • Lemon twist: 1
  • Maraschino cherry: 1

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice
  2. Add the gin, dry vermouth, cherry brandy, and orange bitters
  3. Stir well until chilled
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass
  5. Garnish with a lemon twist and a maraschino cherry

Riviera

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The Riviera cocktail has a balanced and refreshing taste, with a combination of sweet, sour, and bitter flavors. It is light and crisp, with a hint of citrus and a subtle herbal undertone.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Campari: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Orange twist: 1
  • Garnish with cherry: 1

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
  2. Add gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and Campari
  3. Shake well until chilled
  4. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass
  5. Garnish with an orange twist and a cherry

Roulette

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The Roulette cocktail offers a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and bitter flavors. The combination of citrus, herbal, and fruity notes creates a refreshing and complex taste profile. The drink is smooth, with a slightly tangy finish.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • St. germain: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Aperol: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Lemon twist: 1
  • Garnish cherry: 1

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the gin, lemon juice, St. Germain, Aperol, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  3. Shake well until chilled and well combined.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
  5. Garnish with a lemon twist and a cherry.

Roulette Royale

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The Roulette Royale is a complex and well-balanced cocktail, with a rich and velvety texture. The taste is a delightful combination of sweet, sour, and bitter notes, with a hint of spice and a smooth, warming finish.

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Ingredients

  • Cognac: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Grand marnier: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Orange twist: 1
  • Grenadine: 1 dash

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the Cognac, Grand Marnier, lemon juice, simple syrup, and Angostura bitters.
  3. Shake well until chilled and well-mixed.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
  5. Carefully pour a dash of grenadine into the center of the cocktail, allowing it to sink to the bottom.
  6. Garnish with an orange twist.

Royal Romance

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The Royal Romance cocktail offers a harmonious balance of sweet, sour, and fruity flavors. The rich, velvety texture is complemented by a subtle hint of floral notes, making it a truly delightful and refreshing drink. The cocktail is neither too strong nor too light, making it an ideal choice for those who appreciate a well-rounded and sophisticated taste.

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Ingredients

  • Champagne: 4 oz(120ml)
  • Chambord: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Rose petal: 1

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add Chambord, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  3. Shake well until chilled and well-mixed.
  4. Strain the mixture into a champagne flute.
  5. Top with chilled champagne.
  6. Gently place a rose petal on the surface of the drink as a garnish.

Ruby

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The Ruby cocktail is a delightful mix of sweet, sour, and fruity flavors. The combination of raspberry, lime, and orange liqueur creates a refreshing and tangy taste, while the vodka adds a smooth and strong kick. The overall flavor profile is well-balanced, making it a popular choice for those who enjoy both sweet and sour cocktails.

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Ingredients

  • Vodka: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Orange liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Raspberry syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Fresh lime juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Club soda: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Fresh raspberries: 3
  • Garnish: Lime Twist

Recipe

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, orange liqueur, raspberry syrup, and fresh lime juice
  2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until chilled
  3. Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice
  4. Top with club soda and gently stir to combine
  5. Garnish with fresh raspberries and a lime twist

Symphony

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The Symphony cocktail offers a harmonious blend of flavors, with a slightly sweet and fruity taste, balanced by a subtle tartness. The overall flavor profile is smooth, refreshing, and sophisticated.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Lemon juice: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Triple sec: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Cranberry juice: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Ice: As needed
  • Garnish: LEMON TWIST

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the gin, lemon juice, triple sec, and cranberry juice to the shaker.
  3. Shake well until the ingredients are well combined and chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
  5. Garnish with a lemon twist.

Waldorf

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The Waldorf cocktail has a complex taste, with a blend of herbal, sweet, and bitter notes. The gin provides a strong, juniper-forward base, while the vermouth adds a touch of sweetness and depth. The absinthe imparts a distinct anise flavor and a slight bitterness, creating a well-rounded and intriguing cocktail.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Dry vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Absinthe: 1tsp
  • Orange bitters: 2dashes
  • Lemon twist: 1
  • Garnish: Cherry:1

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice
  2. Add 2oz of gin, 1oz of dry vermouth, 1tsp of absinthe, and 2 dashes of orange bitters
  3. Stir the mixture until well chilled
  4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass
  5. Express the lemon twist over the cocktail and discard
  6. Garnish with a cherry

Water Lily

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The Water Lily cocktail has a harmonious balance of sweet, sour, and floral flavors. The combination of gin, Cointreau, crème de violette, and lemon juice creates a light and refreshing taste with a subtle hint of citrus and a delicate floral undertone.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Cointreau: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Crème de violette: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Lemon juice: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Ice: As needed

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
  2. Add 1oz of gin, 1oz of Cointreau, 1oz of crème de violette, and 1oz of freshly squeezed lemon juice
  3. Shake well until chilled and combined
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or martini glass
  5. Garnish with a lemon twist or a small edible flower, if desired

White Lion

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The White Lion has a complex and well-balanced taste profile. It is slightly sweet, with a hint of citrus and a touch of herbal bitterness. The gin provides a strong, yet smooth, base for the cocktail, while the orange liqueur adds a subtle sweetness and citrusy brightness. The vermouth and bitters round out the flavor, adding depth and complexity.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Orange liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Dry vermouth: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Orange bitters: 2dashes
  • Lemon twist: 1

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice
  2. Add the gin, orange liqueur, dry vermouth, and orange bitters
  3. Stir well until chilled and properly diluted
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass
  5. Garnish with a lemon twist

Violet Fizz

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The Violet Fizz has a delicate, floral taste with a hint of sweetness. The combination of gin, violet liqueur, and fresh lemon juice creates a refreshing, slightly tart flavor profile. The effervescence from the soda water adds a light, bubbly texture to the drink.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Violet liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Fresh lemon juice: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Soda water: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Edible flowers or lemon twist: 1

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
  2. Add gin, violet liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup
  3. Shake well until chilled
  4. Strain into a highball glass filled with ice
  5. Top with soda water
  6. Gently stir to combine
  7. Garnish with edible flowers or a lemon twist

Elderflower Martini

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The Elderflower Martini is a delicate, floral, and slightly sweet cocktail with a hint of citrus. It's well-balanced, refreshing, and elegant.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Elderflower liqueur: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Dry vermouth: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Ice: As needed
  • Lemon twist: 1 (for garnish)

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add gin, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and dry vermouth to the shaker.
  3. Shake well until chilled.
  4. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
  5. Garnish with a lemon twist.

White Cosmopolitan

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The White Cosmopolitan has a delicate, slightly sweet and tart taste with a hint of citrus. The white cranberry juice adds a subtle fruitiness, while the Cointreau and lime juice provide a zesty kick. The vodka gives it a smooth, clean finish.

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Ingredients

  • Vodka: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • White cranberry juice: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Cointreau: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Fresh lime juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Ice: As needed
  • Edible orchid: 1 (for garnish)

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the vodka, white cranberry juice, Cointreau, and fresh lime juice.
  3. Shake well until chilled and well combined.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
  5. Garnish with an edible orchid.

Chambord Cosmopolitan

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The Chambord Cosmopolitan offers a harmonious blend of sweet, tart, and citrus flavors. The Chambord introduces a velvety raspberry undertone, while the cranberry juice provides a sharp contrast. The orange liqueur adds a zesty sweetness, and the vodka gives it a clean, strong backbone.

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Ingredients

  • Lime juice: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Cranberry juice: 1.25 oz(38ml)
  • Chambord: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Orange liqueur: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Vodka: 1 oz(30ml)

Recipe

  1. Fill a shaker with ice.
  2. Pour all the ingredients into the shaker.
  3. Shake well until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
  4. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
  5. Garnish with a twist of lime peel or a fresh raspberry.

Manhattan Iced Tea

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The Manhattan Iced Tea offers a robust, rich flavor with a balance of sweetness and bitterness. The whiskey's warmth is perfectly complemented by the herbal notes of the vermouth, while the bitters add depth. It's a full-bodied cocktail with a lingering finish.

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Ingredients

  • Rye whiskey: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Sweet vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Triple sec: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Fresh lemon juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Cherry: 1 for garnish
  • Lemon twist: 1 for garnish

Recipe

  1. Fill a shaker with ice.
  2. Pour in the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, triple sec, lemon juice, simple syrup, and bitters.
  3. Shake well until chilled.
  4. Strain into a chilled glass filled with ice.
  5. Garnish with a cherry and a twist of lemon.

Cosmopolitan Mocktail

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The Cosmopolitan Mocktail offers a balance of tart and sweet flavors, with a fruity and slightly tangy taste profile. The cranberry juice provides a sharpness that is mellowed by the sweetness of the orange juice, while the lime adds a refreshing citrus zing.

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Ingredients

  • Cranberry juice: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Orange juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Lime juice: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Ice cubes: As needed
  • Orange twist: 1 garnish

Recipe

  1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
  2. Add the cranberry juice, orange juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  3. Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
  4. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
  5. Garnish with an orange twist on the rim of the glass.

Non-Alcoholic Manhattan

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The Non-Alcoholic Manhattan has a complex and aromatic taste, with a balance of sweetness and bitterness. It's rich, herbal, and slightly spicy, with a smooth finish that mimics the original cocktail.

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Ingredients

  • Non alcoholic whiskey: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Non alcoholic sweet vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Alcohol free bitters: A dash
  • Cherry: 1
  • Orange peel: 1 twist
  • Ice: As needed

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice.
  2. Pour 2 oz of non-alcoholic whiskey into the glass.
  3. Add 1 oz of non-alcoholic sweet vermouth.
  4. Include a dash of alcohol-free bitters.
  5. Stir the ingredients together until well-chilled.
  6. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
  7. Garnish with a cherry and an orange peel twist.

Gin Ginger Martini

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The Gin Ginger Martini offers a sharp, spicy ginger flavor that is balanced by the botanical notes of the gin. It's a cocktail with a zesty kick, a touch of sweetness, and a smooth finish.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Ginger liqueur: 1.5 oz(45ml)
  • Cucumber slice: 1

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Pour the gin and ginger liqueur over the ice.
  3. Shake well until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
  5. Garnish with a cucumber slice on the rim of the glass.

Rolls Royce

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The Rolls Royce cocktail presents a harmonious blend of botanical gin notes with the herbal sweetness of Bénédictine, and the dry and sweet vermouths. It's a smooth, aromatic, and complex drink with a hint of citrus from the lemon twist garnish.

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Ingredients

  • Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
  • Dry vermouth: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Sweet vermouth: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Bénédictine: Rinse
  • Lemon twist: Garnish

Recipe

  1. Rinse a chilled coupe glass with Bénédictine, ensuring the inside surface is well coated, and discard the excess.
  2. In a mixing glass, combine 2 oz. of gin, 0.5 oz. of dry vermouth, and 0.5 oz. of sweet vermouth.
  3. Add ice to the mixing glass and stir the ingredients until well chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into the Bénédictine-rinsed coupe.
  5. Express a lemon twist over the drink and garnish.

1910

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The 1910 cocktail offers a harmonious blend of smoky, sweet, and bitter flavors. The mezcal provides a smoky base, while the Cognac adds depth and warmth. The maraschino liqueur imparts a subtle cherry sweetness, and the Punt e Mes contributes a bitter vermouth complexity. The Peychaud's bitters tie everything together with its anise and floral notes, resulting in a well-rounded and sophisticated drink.

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Ingredients

  • Mezcal: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Cognac: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Maraschino liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Punt e mes: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Peychaud's bitters: 2 dashes
  • Orange twist: 1 garnish

Recipe

  1. Chill your coupe or cocktail glass.
  2. Combine 3/4 ounce of mezcal, 3/4 ounce of Cognac, 1/2 ounce of maraschino liqueur, 1 ounce of Punt e Mes, and 2 dashes of Peychaud's bitters in a mixing glass.
  3. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir until chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into the chilled glass.
  5. Garnish with an orange twist.

Beverly Hills Iced Tea

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The Beverly Hills Iced Tea is a harmonious blend of sharp and refreshing flavors, with the lime juice providing a tangy kick that complements the botanical notes of the gin. The vodka adds a smooth, clean taste, while the simple syrup lends a subtle sweetness. The champagne tops it off with effervescence and a touch of luxury, making it a well-rounded, sophisticated drink.

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Ingredients

  • Ice cubes: As needed
  • Absolut vodka: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Lime juice: 0.66 oz(20ml)
  • Gin: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Champagne: To top
  • Lime wheel: 1

Recipe

  • Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
  • Add 0.5 oz of Absolut Vodka, 0.66 oz of lime juice, 0.5 oz of gin, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup.
  • Shake well to combine all the flavors.
  • Strain the mixture into a wine glass filled with ice cubes.
  • Top up with champagne.
  • Garnish with a lime wheel.

Ampersand

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The Ampersand cocktail offers a rich and velvety taste, with the warmth of cognac, the botanical notes of Old Tom gin, and the sweet, herbal complexity of sweet vermouth. The orange bitters add a subtle citrusy zing, creating a well-rounded and sophisticated flavor profile.

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Ingredients

  • Cognac: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Old tom gin: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Sweet vermouth: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Orange bitters: 2dashes

Recipe

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice.
  2. Pour in the cognac, Old Tom gin, sweet vermouth, and orange bitters.
  3. Stir the mixture for about 30 seconds until well chilled.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled cocktail glass.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Embassy Cocktail

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The Embassy Cocktail offers a harmonious blend of warmth from the brandy, a smooth yet complex depth from the Jamaican rum, and a citrusy zing from the lime juice. The Cointreau adds a refined sweetness, while the bitters provide a subtle spiced undertone. It's a balanced, medium-bodied cocktail with a sophisticated edge.

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Ingredients

  • Brandy: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Jamaican rum: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Cointreau: 0.75 oz(23ml)
  • Lime juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Aromatic bitters: Dash
  • Lime wedge: 1

Recipe

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Pour in the brandy, rum, Cointreau, lime juice, and bitters.
  3. Shake well until chilled.
  4. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  5. Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.

Maximilian Affair

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The Maximilian Affair offers a smoky base with a sweet, floral undertone, and a hint of bitterness from the Punt e Mes. It's a complex, layered drink that's both refreshing and bold.

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Ingredients

  • Mezcal: 1 oz(30ml)
  • St. germain elderflower liqueur: 1 oz(30ml)
  • Punt e mes: 0.5 oz(15ml)
  • Lemon juice: 0.25 oz(8ml)
  • Lemon twist: 1 garnish

Recipe

  1. Pour all ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake vigorously until the mixture is well chilled.
  3. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
  4. Express the lemon twist over the surface of the drink to release its oils, then drop it into the cocktail.

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