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Old Etonian
This Wet Martini-style cocktail is basically, a Fairbanks No.2 but with Lillet in place of dry vermouth
John CARR
21st January at 13:35
Highly drinkable. I used Simon’s suggested noyau sub of amaretto and a dash of grenadine for colour. I added the bitters as a spritz on top. Salut!
8th September at 02:31
I now have Tempus Fugit Creme de Noyaux and can say that subbing with amaretto will be noticeably different. Not meaning bad, but definitely different. One change I did make, after seeing the comments by several Discerning Drinkers regarding the closely related Lily Cocktail, was to replace Lillet Blanc by Cocchi Americano. This probably resulted in a more flavorful, bitter drink, which we both enjoyed. Don't know if old Etonians will agree, but we can recommend it.
8th September at 03:42
still not seeing the noyaux available for sale anywhere here. Guess I'll just have to settle for the amaretto for the time being - oh the sacrifices ;)!
21st January at 13:39
The 5ml touch of almond/kernel works beautifully and harmoniously, adding depth to the spirits, wine, herbal and fruity characters of the gin and Lillet. Recommended.