Southern Citrus Twist

This Old Hickory cocktail is a classic recipe adapted from Stanley Clisby Arthur's 1937 Famous New Orleans Drinks and How to Mix 'Em. The combination of sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, and a blend of bitters creates a rich and complex flavor profile with a hint of citrus. This cocktail pays homage to the historical influence of New Orleans mixology, making it a timeless and sophisticated choice for any occasion.

Southern Citrus Twist

A timeless and sophisticated cocktail with sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, and a blend of bitters, offering a rich and complex flavor with a hint of citrus.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 oz sweet vermouth (preferably Carpano Antica)
  • 1 oz dry vermouth (preferably Dolin)
  • 4 dashes Peychaud's bitters
  • 4 dashes orange bitters
  • Ice
  • Orange peel for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass, combine sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, Peychaud's bitters, and orange bitters.
  2. Add ice to the mixing glass.
  3. Stir the ingredients until well-chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture over ice into a rocks glass.
  5. Garnish with an orange peel.