Adonis
A refined, spirit-free cocktail from the 1880s named after a hit Broadway musical. Sherry and sweet vermouth with orange bitters create one of the original low-proof classics.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Fino or Amontillado sherry
- 1.5 oz Sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes Orange bitters
- orange peel twist (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Serve with roasted almonds, dried apricots, or Spanish manchego cheese to echo the sherry's nuttiness and oxidized sweetness. This spirit-free drink pairs beautifully with refined, delicate appetizers.
Instructions
Combine sherry, sweet vermouth, and orange bitters in a mixing glass
Fill with ice and stir for 25 seconds until well-chilled
Strain into a chilled coupe glass
Express an orange peel over the drink and drop the twist into the glass
Serve immediately
Tips
Fino sherry gives a dry, crisp result while Amontillado adds nuttiness and body; try both to find your preference This is one of the finest aperitif cocktails ever created and deserves better vermouth than the dusty bottle in the back of your cabinet Keep both your sherry and vermouth refrigerated, as they are both fortified wines that deteriorate once opened