Low alcohol

Bamboo (Sweet)

Name: Bamboo (Sweet)
Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients: 45 ml Amontillado sherry; 45 ml Sweet vermouth; 2 dashes Orange bitters

Served in a Nick & Nora glass

Ingredients

45 ml Amontillado sherry
45 ml Sweet vermouth
2 dashes Orange bitters

Preparation

Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into a Nick & Nora glass.

Garnish

Orange peel

Origin story

The Bamboo cocktail, including its sweet variation, was created in the late 19th century in Japan, reflecting the country's growing interest in Western-style drinks. It combines sherry and vermouth, showcasing a unique blend of flavors that appealed to early cocktail enthusiasts.