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Charlie Lindbergh
Gin-laced with zesty citrus and rich apricot but made special and balanced by subtle quinine bitterness
John CARR
30th May at 16:38
Revisiting and this is really superb. Echoing Chris’ comment below, folks are really missing out here! The touch of fresh orange juice underpinned by the richness of the apricot liqueur, balanced by the astringency and bitterness of the kinas. I give this five stars - it’s got the magic that makes a cocktail disappear in a few swallows!
22nd June at 04:00
Same here, fantastic. Cocchi or Lillet? What did you use?
22nd June at 07:13
Like John, I used Lillet Blanc and Kina L'Aero d'Or, though I upped the L'Aero d'Or to 1/2 oz (15 ml) to bring a bit more bitterness and complexity to the drink. Cocchi Americano has a spice flavor component that sometimes clashes with white cocktails, although it might be ok in this one with the OJ and the apricot liqueur. Try L'Aero d'Or if you can find it (may not be easy!)
22nd June at 04:51
Lillet and Tempus Fugit per Simon’s spec. I really like how L’aero d’or and apricot liqueur complement each other.