Japanese Cocktail
The Japanese Cocktail is a classic drink with a rich history, stemming from the 1860s. It is a sophisticated mix of brandy, orgeat syrup, and bitters, offering a smooth and slightly sweet flavor profile with a hint of nuttiness from the orgeat.
Equipment
- Mixing glass
- Bar spoon
- Strainer
- Cocktail glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz brandy
- 1/2 oz orgeat syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Lemon twist for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes.
- Add the brandy, orgeat syrup, and bitters to the mixing glass.
- Stir the ingredients together until well-chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.
Notes
The Japanese Cocktail is often confused with cocktails that include Japanese ingredients or spirits, but this traditional recipe is rooted in classic mixology and does not hail from Japan. It was reportedly created by Jerry Thomas, a legendary bartender, for the first Japanese delegate to the United States.