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Tuxedo Cocktail #2

A gin‑vermouth cocktail accented with maraschino and absinthe.

Base spirit
Gin
Style
Spirit-forward
Glassware
Coupe

The Tuxedo #2 blends gin, dry vermouth, maraschino, bitters, and a faint absinthe rinse for a more aromatic, layered version of the Martini form.

A Tuxedo #2 in a coupe with a cherry.

Ingredients

Servings
  • • 2 oz gin
  • • 1 oz dry vermouth
  • • 0.25 oz maraschino
  • • Absinthe rinse
  • • 1 dash orange bitters

Did you know?

“Absinthe‑rinsed Martini riffs were hallmarks of early 20th‑century hotel bars.”

Source:Savoy; Imbibe

Bartender's Note

Use only a barspoon of maraschino to avoid sweetness.

How to make the Tuxedo Cocktail #2

  1. 1Rinse glass with absinthe.
  2. 2Stir remaining ingredients with ice.
  3. 3Strain.
  4. 4Garnish.

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