Try the Cooperstown Cocktail recipe! Blend gin, sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, orange bitters, and mint for a great spring drink.
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
1 minute
Servings:
1
Calories:
165
Ingredients
- 2 oz Gin
- ¼ oz sweet vermouth
- ¼ oz dry vermouth
- 2 dashes orange bitters
- 2 mint leaves
- Ice cubes
- Mint sprig - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Mixing Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Strainer
- Martini Glass
Instructions
- Chill Glass: Stir some ice cubes in your chilled martini glass.
- Add Mint Leaves: Bash and place 2 mint leaves into the mixing glass.
- Add Bitters: Add 2 dashes orange bitters.
- Add Sweet Vermouth: Measure and pour ¼ oz sweet vermouth into the glass.
- Add Dry Vermouth: Add ¼ oz dry vermouth to the mix.
- Add Gin: Pour 2 oz Gin into the mixing glass.
- Prep Mixing Glass: Fill your mixing glass with ice cubes.
- Stir: Stir your mixture in order to mix and chill the ingredients.
- Strain: Strain your drink into your chilled martini glass.
- Garnish: Garnish with a mint leaf if desired.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Gin: If you don't have gin, you can use vodka for a less punchy taste.
- Vermouths: If you are out of vermouths try by using dry sherry wine and port wine they will still make a wonderful combination.
- Orange Bitters: Opt for Angostura bitters or grapefruit bitters for a different citrus aroma.
Making a Pitcher of Cooperstown Cocktail:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 oz of gin, 2 oz of sweet vermouth and dry vermouth, 16 dashes of orange bitters, and 16 mint leaves.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the gin, sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, orange bitters, and mint leaves with ice. Stir well.
- Serve: Strain the mixture into chilled martini glasses, garnish with mint leaves, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Gin Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gin substitute; these are available and reasonably mimic gin's botanicals.
- Vermouth Substitute: For sweet and dry vermouth, use non-alcoholic versions or mix grape juice with a splash of apple cider vinegar for acidity.
- Bitters Substitute: Make an orange-infused simple syrup with a touch of grapefruit juice for bitterness.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
The standard recipe is vegan-friendly since it contains no animal products or by-products. Just ensure that your chosen brands for gin and vermouth do not use any animal-derived fining agents in their production process.What is a Cooperstown Cocktail?
A Cooperstown Cocktail is a gin-based cocktail made of gin, sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, orange bitters, and mint leaves. It’s easy to make because it involves straightforward steps like mixing and shaking the ingredients. This cocktail stands out for its unique blend of sweet and dry vermouths and the refreshing hint of mint.
What is a Cooperstown Cocktail made of – The ingredients
The recipe for a Cooperstown Cocktail includes the following ingredients:
- Gin: Provides its medicinal base and primary spirit for the cocktail.
- Sweet Vermouth: Adds a sweet, rich flavor to balance the gin.
- Dry Vermouth: Contributes a dry, crisp note to the mix.
- Orange Bitters: Enhances the drink with a hint of citrus bitterness.
- Mint Leaves: Infuses a refreshing minty aroma and taste.
- Ice Cubes: Chills the cocktail and dilutes it slightly for balance.
- Mint leaf (optional): An aromatic garnish for added visual appeal.
