Today’s cocktail is the Delmonico Special! This one dates back to the 1800’s at Delmonico’s Restaurant in New York City. Delmonico’s rich history dates back 200 years. It’s considered to be the first fine dining restaurant in the U.S., and gave us dishes like Eggs Benedict, Baked Alaska, Wedge Salad, and Delmonico steak. It also gave us this classic gin-based cocktail that’s balanced with cognac and vermouth. Give this recipe a try if you enjoy a Martinez or a Wet Martini. Cheers!

How to Make The delmonico special

  • Peppery finish from the bitters

  • Creaminess from Blanc Vermouth 

Sips

Tips

  • Serve up, chill that glass!

  1. Pour in 1 oz. of Gin

  2. Next, add in 1/2 oz. of Maison Rouge VSOP Cognac

  3. Then, pour in ½ oz. Cocchi Vermouth di Torino

  4. Lastly, add in ½ Dolin Blanc Vermouth de Chambéry

  5. Add 2 dashes of Angostura Bitters

  6. Add ice and stir

  7. Strain into a chilled glass

  8. Express orange oil across the top and sides of the glass

  9. Garnish with orange peel 

  10. Cheers & enjoy!

The delmonico special recipe

  • 1 oz. (30 ml) Plymouth Navy Strength Gin

  • 1/2 oz. (15 ml) Maison Rouge VSOP Cognac

  • 1/2 oz. (15 ml) Cocchi Vermouth di Torino

  • 1/2 oz. (15 ml) Dolin Blanc Vermouth de Chambéry

  • 2 dashes Angostura Bitters

  • Expressed orange oil and peel for garnish

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The delmonico special Ingredient List

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