Tuxedo Cocktail
The Quirky Foodster Team
Coupe or cocktail glass
Glass
Lemon twist and cocktail cherry
Garnish
Ingredients
- Gin — 45 ml (1 1/2 oz)
- Dry vermouth — 45 ml (1 1/2 oz)
- Maraschino liqueur — 7.5 ml (1/4 oz)
- Absinthe — 2 dashes
- Orange bitters — 2 dashes
Method
- Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice.
- Stir until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
- Garnish with a lemon twist and cherry.
Description: An elegant, fully dry Martini-family cocktail rounded out with maraschino and a whisper of absinthe.
Cultural Background: Dates to the late 1800s, part of the same era and family of drinks as the Martinez, sharing several of its ingredients.
Tips: A light hand with the absinthe keeps it as an aromatic accent.
Variations: Some versions swap in Angostura bitters instead of orange for a spicier profile.
Serving Suggestion: Serve up, well chilled, as an elegant, fully dry aperitif.
Nutrition: Approx. 180 kcal per serving
FAQs:
Q: Is this closely related to the Martinez?
A: Yes — both belong to the same late-1800s family of gin, vermouth and maraschino cocktails.
- Gin — 45 ml (1 1/2 oz)
- Dry vermouth — 45 ml (1 1/2 oz)
- Maraschino liqueur — 7.5 ml (1/4 oz)
- Absinthe — 2 dashes
- Orange bitters — 2 dashes
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