Haven’t tried but didn’t have a light bitter sweet amaro…substituted Punte Mes ….drink was very good…my FIRST cocktail with my Ancho Reyes ….wow love that stuff!! Nice and subtle background
Agreed, very tasty. My Dolin dry has been open a bit too long and the orange zest did a nice job of covering that flavor.
Wasn’t going to try this but you guys have encouraged me…..headed to my collection for ingredients….I’ll post after I mix this one up!
And yes, AMAZING!!! Used Ardbeg Wee Bestie and all other brands listed…but used 15th edition recipe, which the Islay is dominant …maybe why you cut it back a smidge here….and used an old fashioned glass as shown, chilled of course. But you can find every flavor in the drink with four of my top liquors …
Our Amer Picon sits happily on our bar shelf, unrefrigerated. And we don't have air conditioning. Our current bottle, getting very low after about a year, still retains its freshness. Maybe worry more about your sherry, vermouth and aromatised wine. And yes, a great nightcap...not too strong.
That’s good to know….can you still buy it? And where are you located? I’m in the states.
I agree with Calvin below. Used Bombay Sapphire and Lairds. My wife had egg whites left over from baking so I found a drink to make and I love any of the classics .
Love this. Used Dewar’s white label and Ardbeg Wee Beastie. I don’t think Leroux kirshwasser is the best…may newd to get a better quality. Thanks Simon ..great drink!
Not too bad. Used Barcardi 4 yr, and added 10 ml agave syrup…not sure I’ll make it again
Add a dash to a 4:1 vodka martini, preferably made with Dolin for an Arpitan Martini, garnished with an olive for a deliciously savoury aperitif. I stir but shake if you wish.
I will try this!
This is a fabulous drink Simon! I used my Bols barrel Aged Genever ..wow!!! Followed to the T!
Love this balance . Mixed exactly and I like to use Hendrick’s. And I too, add a Luxardo for taste and color. One of my favorites and I’be introduced it to several people and they now make it as their “Vikings” cocktail due to color!
Sipping this right now, well one sip left. Took the advice to add a dash of orange bitters too. Let my husband make this one whilst getting ready and we both loved it, 5* for us
I think I need to try the bitters
Saying that, adding just a dash of saline solution, and some more dry vermouth, helped the cocktail a ton. It doesn't feel as cloying anymore but rather like a standard digestif.
Totally agree…the sweetness is a blend of liquors. Not sure if race back to make it again. If so, I will modify also
Just whipped in up as I put lights on the tree. Very nice blend and being a classic cocktail guy …love it even better. Used standard Bacardi Light Rum. I bet an aged rum might do well also?
I do like the recipe I found originally.
45 ml gin
22.5 lime juice
22.5 green Chartreuse ( sub Genepy)
30 ml St. Germain
Dash orange bitter
The beauty of drinks like this, you can experiment with different Gins and I’ve been known to switch to lemon juice….and I save my REAL Chartreuse for special occasions!!! Cheers!
I safeguard my bottle of green Chartreuse as well. I’ve found Luxardo Del Santo with a few drops of Vegetal de la Grande Chartreuse to be a closer substitute for green than Genepy. I use Genepy as a sub for yellow Chartreuse, also with a few drops of Vegetal. In any case, must have my sub because the Last Word is always in my rotation.
I’ve never heard of Vegetal and had to look it up. Now I’ll be on a quest to find it ! I’m in the US
Thanks for adding ! Here’s the recipe I’ve been using. Originally off of Pinterest a x saveur.com
45 ml Gin
30 ml St. Germain
22.5 ml Green Chartreuse
22.5 ml Lime Juice
2 dashes orange bitters
Pretty close to yours…but love this cocktail!
Just not a good blend in my book. I love all I ingredients but not together in this dance. Margaret Duffy way better!
This is a little hidden gem! And quick and easy !! Wonderful balance and not overly sweet. Glad to find recipes for my Kronan!
I’m your biggest fan in the US….even telling a Scottish guy at Total Wine about your site today!!! He convinced me to try a Gin I have not had but now lies in my cabinet!
Scottish of course,
Wow, Simon, you did great ! Just made this as I just got my Bobs Bitters Vanilla in the mail today! Even dug around and found three, plain organic almonds to boot! Only difference , I had Martini & Rossi extra dry vermouth on hand !
I bought some Monin lavender syrup once not knowing when I’d use it but it’s very good,
I don’t think we can edit these comments…..I mistakenly said Monin….when in fact it was COLLINS brand lavender syrup I found.
Considering I drink gin like it’s going out of fashion, this is so much better!
Had to read this twice…At first I thought you meant Gin was going out of fashion !!!! Same here, I’m a gin guy!
Had no lavender syrup, simply substituted marachino liqueur at the same purportions as the current recipe with supurb results. Pleasantly dry and well balanced. Biggles Aviation is a favorite and now so is this. Must find the elusive lavender syrup.
I’ll have to try it this way. That sounds good!
For those who can't find lavender syrup, it's easy to make your own: just bring 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, and a bunch of fresh or dried lavender to a boil, stir to dissolve the sugar, turn off the heat and let steep for about 20 minutes.
Then fine strain to remove the lavender. The result is roughly the color of elderflower liqueur, but you can add a drop of red and one of blue food coloring to make it lavender-colored (though in this recipe the creme de violette takes care of that).
I bought some Monin lavender syrup once not knowing when I’d use it but it’s very good,