Army and Navy Cocktail
The Army and Navy cocktail is a classic drink that features a delightful blend of gin, orgeat syrup, and fresh lemon juice, creating a refreshing and nutty flavor profile.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Fine mesh strainer
- Jigger
- Cocktail glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz Gin
- 3/4 oz Orgeat syrup
- 3/4 oz Fresh lemon juice
- Lemon twist for garnish
Instructions
- Chill a cocktail glass by filling it with ice water while preparing the cocktail.
- In a cocktail shaker, add the gin, orgeat syrup, and fresh lemon juice.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Empty the ice water from the chilled glass and strain the mixture into the glass using a fine mesh strainer.
- Twist a lemon peel over the drink to release its oils, then drop it into the glass as a garnish.
Notes
For a sweeter cocktail, adjust the amount of orgeat syrup to taste. This cocktail can also be served over ice in a rocks glass if preferred.