Delmonico Cocktail
Inspired by the classic Delmonico steak, this cocktail embodies elegance and bold flavors with a twist. Perfect for sophisticated evenings.
Ingredients
- 1.5 ounces gin Preferably a London Dry Gin for a crisp finish
- 0.5 ounces cognac Use a good quality VSOP Cognac
- 0.5 ounces sweet vermouth Italian vermouth recommended
- 0.5 ounces dry vermouth French vermouth for balance
- 2 dashes orange bitters Enhances the citrus notes
- 1 twist lemon peel For garnish and aromatic enhancement
Instructions
- Chill a cocktail glass with ice and water. In the meantime, gather your ingredients.
- In a mixing glass, add the gin, cognac, sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, and orange bitters.
- Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir gently for about 30 seconds or until well chilled. You should hear the ice softly clinking as you stir, ensuring a silky texture.
- Empty the chilled cocktail glass of ice and water. Strain the cocktail mixture into the glass.
- Garnish with a twist of lemon peel, expressing the oils over the drink’s surface before dropping it in to enhance the citrus aroma.
Notes
- To intensify the citrus profile, add a touch of freshly squeezed orange juice.
- For a lighter version, replace cognac with a flavored (orange or lemon) gin.
Nutrition
Calories: 164kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 0.03gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 3mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.04mg
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