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Woodland vesper martini garnished with a dried orange wheel and a sprig of fresh rosemary and sitting on a wooden table next to a white and gold porcelain stag in front of a Christmas tree.
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Woodland Vesper Martini

The woodland vesper martini is a "winter wonderland" sort of riff on the boozy James Bond classic. Just a few drops of forest flavored bitters add a subtle, yet seasonally soothing and wildly aromatic, new dimension to the original flavor profile of this drink. If you're looking to "spruce up" your Christmas cocktail game, this one is definitely Prancer approved.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American, Pacific Northwest
Keyword Christmas, cocktail, easy, elegant, festive, holiday, quick
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 drink

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker

Ingredients

  • 3 ounces gin (London dry style)
  • 1 ounce vodka
  • ½ ounce Cocchi Americano or Lillet Blanc
  • 3 or 4 drops woodland bitters
  • dried citrus wheel (optional to garnish)
  • fresh rosemary sprig (optional to garnish)

Instructions

  • Pour the gin, vermouth, and Cocchi Americano (or Lillet Blanc) into a cocktail shaker.
  • Add the woodland bitters.
  • Toss in plenty of ice. Then shake vigorously until well-chilled.
  • Strain into a martini or coupe glass. Garnish with a dried citrus wheel and/or fresh rosemary sprig, if desired, and serve immediately.