Tuxedo Cocktail #2
A gin‑vermouth cocktail accented with maraschino and absinthe.
Base spirit
Gin
Style
Spirit-forward
Glassware
Coupe
Technique
Stir
The Tuxedo #2 blends gin, dry vermouth, maraschino, bitters, and a faint absinthe rinse for a more aromatic, layered version of the Martini form.
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.
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How to make the Tuxedo Cocktail #2
- 1 glass with absinthe.
- 2Stir remaining ingredients with ice.
- 3Strain.
- 4Garnish.
