Warm up with the Addison Drink recipe! Mix Gin and Sweet Vermouth for a smooth cocktail perfect for fall.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 169
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Gin - preferably London Dry
- 1½ oz sweet vermouth
- Ice cubes
- Orange zest twist or maraschino cherry - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Martini or Coupe Glass
- Stirring Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill a Martini or Coupe glass with ice. Give it a quick stir and set it aside.
- Add Vermouth: Measure and pour 1½ oz sweet vermouth into the mixing glass.
- Add Gin: Add 1½ oz Gin.
- Add Ice and Stir: Fill the mixing glass with ice. Using a bar spoon or a long stirrer, stir well (for about 15-20 seconds). Give it a taste and stir a bit more if you feel like more dilution is necessary.
- Strain: Take your Martini glass or cocktail coupe and discard the ice inside. Using the cocktail strainer, strain the mixture into the chilled glass.
- Garnish: Garnish with an orange twist (express the orange zest on top of the drink and then place it on the rim of the glass or drop it directly inside) or with a maraschino cherry and serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutes:
- London Dry Gin: You can use other types of gin to prepare this cocktail; just try to go for drier kinds of gin and avoid sweet, heavily flavored ones. If you don't have gin, you can also try using vodka for a cleaner taste.
- Sweet Vermouth: Any kind of sweet red vermouth can be used for this recipe. You could also try a fortified wine like port or sherry (Oloroso, Palo Cortado, or Pedro Ximenez for example) for a different flavor profile.
Making a Pitcher of Addison Drink:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 12 oz of London Dry gin and 12 oz of sweet vermouth.
- Mix: Combine the gin and vermouth in a large pitcher. Add ice and stir well. Give it a taste and stir a bit more if you feel like more dilution is necessary. Strain to remove the ice and transfer it into a bottle.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into chilled martini or coupe glasses, garnish with an orange peel or a maraschino cherry, and serve immediately. Be sure to put the bottle back into the fridge between each serving: just like a Martini, an Addison should always be served as cold as possible. If you have any leftovers, you can keep the bottle in the fridge for up to three months.
What is an Addison Drink?
An Addison drink is a Martini-style cocktail made of London Dry Gin and sweet vermouth. It’s easy to make, requiring only two main ingredients and minimal preparation time. This straightforward recipe makes it an excellent choice for novice and experienced cocktail enthusiasts looking for a smooth, flavorful yet potent drink.
What is an Addison Drink made of – The ingredients
To make your own Addison, collect these ingredients:
- London Dry Gin: Provides the dry botanical base and primary spirit for the cocktail.
- Sweet Vermouth: Adds a sweet, herbal complexity to balance the gin.
- Ice Cubes: Chills the drink and slightly dilutes it for a smoother taste.
- Orange Twist (for garnish): A citrus peel garnish that adds a bright, fragrant touch to the drink through the release of its essential oils.
- Maraschino Cherry (for garnish): A sweet and slightly tangy preserved cherry often used as a garnish, adding both a visual and fruity accent to the cocktail.
