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Golden Boy
Gin-forward, this pale golden cocktail is delicious as either an aperitivo or digestive. If you don't have a circa 47% alc./vol. citrus-forward gin to...
John CARR
16th October 2025 at 14:41
The choice of gin is the deal make or break here, especially of it’s (relatively) higher proof. I only had Four Pillars navy strength available (as one does) and it slightly overpowered but definitely cut through the richness of the apricot and Cocchi and showed the native finger lime to very good effect. Appealing bitter sweet goodness.
29th May at 23:58
I so appreciate “as one does” in the context. Cheers John!
30th May at 12:33
Thanks for bringing this back to the front of my weary neocortex. I actually have some Tanq 10 in the cupboard this evening so will give this mixture another whirl!
30th May at 04:38
Haha yes I really must speak to my manservant about it. ‘Geoffrey, come here, man!’