GIBSON COCKTAIL
This classic 1917 cocktail offers a crisp and sophisticated blend of London Dry Gin and French dry vermouth. Served chilled in a cocktail glass, it delivers a clean, botanical flavor profile that represents the elegant simplicity of pre-Prohibition bartending. It is a refreshing and potent aperitif perfect for lovers of traditional dry martinis.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Ice cubes (Originally 'Lump Ice'. Quantity estimated for mixing.)
- 1 1/2 ounces London Dry Gin (Gordon's) (Originally '1 jigger Gordon Gin'. Converted to modern measurement (1 jigger = 1.5 oz).)
- 1 ounce Dry Vermouth (French) (Originally '1 pony French Vermouth'. Converted to modern measurement (1 pony = 1 oz).)
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Instructions
- 1Fill a large mixing glass with ice cubes to chill the vessel.
- 2Pour the gin and dry vermouth over the ice in the mixing glass.
- 3Stir the mixture well until thoroughly chilled. Strain the liquid into a chilled cocktail glass and serve immediately.
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