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citrus, bitter, complex

Abbey Cocktail

A citrus-forward gin cocktail from the golden age of cocktails, blending gin with Lillet Blanc, fresh orange juice, and aromatic bitters.

ginMedium~22% ABV
MethodShakeGlassCoupeIcenoneGarnishmaraschino cherry
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Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • 1Β½ ozgin
  • ΒΎ ozlillet blanc
  • ΒΎ ozfresh orange juice
  • 2 dashesorange bitters
  • maraschino cherrygarnish
Instructions
  1. 1Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice
  2. 2Shake vigorously for 12-15 seconds
  3. 3Strain into a chilled coupe glass
  4. 4Garnish with a maraschino cherry
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History & Origin

The Abbey Cocktail is a classic pre-Prohibition drink first published in Harry Craddock's 1930 Savoy Cocktail Book. Named for its sophisticated, refined character, this gin-based cocktail combines the juniper notes of gin with the aromatic qualities of Lillet Blanc, brightened by fresh orange juice and balanced with orange bitters.

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