Alasdair MacDonald

Used Martini 1872 Bitters and Noilly Prat Vermouth. Took John Carr’s advice and used Navy Strength Gin. Thought, ok but harsh..then paired it with Chicken Liver Pate and it was TRANSFORMED! My God, it went Skywards, a totally lightened experience, devine! Haven’t tried Cheese yet but this is absolutely a Cocktail to have with Nibbles….Brilliant.

there is a shortage of Chartreuse??! Mort a ma vie!

Meant to say, I used Antica formula; does that qualify as sweet Vermouth? and what actually constitutes a 'dash' of bitters? Lovely drink.

A pleasant Sunday afternoon aperitif, didn't use the sugar syrup but each to their own.