Japanese Cocktail
Jerry Thomas classic—cognac with orgeat and bitters stirred and served with a lemon twist.
27%
ABV
180
Calories
Coupe
Glass
Flavor Journey
History & Heritage
“Printed in Jerry Thomas’s 1862 guide; "Japanese" refers to orgeat’s almond character, not the spirit.”
Ingredients
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Method
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe; express a lemon twist
Glassware
Stirred and served up
Garnish
Express oils
Master's Tips
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Use a rich orgeat for body
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