Classic
Journalist
Served in a coupe glass
Ingredients
- 45 ml Gin
- 15 ml Dry vermouth
- 15 ml Sweet vermouth
- 5 ml Triple sec
- 5 ml Lemon juice
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
Preparation
Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Garnish
Lemon twist
Origin story
The Journalist cocktail emerged in the early 20th century, with its first known recipes appearing in the 1930s. It combines various spirits and bitters, showcasing the complexity of cocktails from that era.