Beat the summer heat with the Emerson Cocktail recipe! Blend Gin, sweet vermouth, lime juice, and maraschino liqueur for a refreshing drink.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 164
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Gin - preferably Old Tom
- ¾ oz Sweet Vermouth
- ½ oz lime juice - freshly squeezed
- ¼ oz Maraschino Liqueur
- Ice cubes
- Maraschino cherry - for garnish
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Measuring Jigger
- Strainer & Fine-strainer
- Martini Glass
Instructions
- Chill Glass: Stir some ice into a Martini glass and set it aside.
- Add Lime Juice: Add ½ oz lime juice to the shaker.
- Add Maraschino Liqueur: Pour in ¼ oz Maraschino Liqueur.
- Add Sweet Vermouth: Measure and pour ¾ oz Sweet Vermouth into the shaker.
- Add Gin: Pour 1½ oz Gin into the shaker.
- Prep Shaker: Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake Well: Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Empty Glass: Remove the ice from your Martini Glass.
- Strain and Serve: Fine strain the mixture into the chilled martini glass.
- Garnish: Place a maraschino cherry into the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Gin: If you don't have Old Tom gin, you can use London Dry gin for a more juniper-forward flavor or Plymouth gin for a slightly sweeter profile.
- Sweet Vermouth: I've used dry vermouth with a small splash of simple syrup to balance the flavors in a pinch.
- Lime Juice: Bottled lime juice works if you don't have fresh limes, but fresh juice always tastes better.
- Maraschino Liqueur: Cherry Heering or another cherry liqueur can substitute, though it will alter the flavor slightly.
Making a Pitcher of Emerson Cocktail:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 12 oz of Gin, 6 oz of sweet vermouth, 4 oz of lime juice, and 2 oz of maraschino liqueur.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Gin, sweet vermouth, lime juice, and maraschino liqueur with ice. Stir well.
- Serve: Strain the mixture into chilled martini glasses, garnish each with a maraschino cherry, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Gin Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gin substitute; these are available and reasonably mimic Gin's botanicals.
- Sweet Vermouth Substitute: To mimic the sweetness and complexity, use non-alcoholic red wine and a splash of grape juice.
- Maraschino Liqueur Substitute: Make a simple syrup infused with cherry extract or use cherry juice concentrate.
- 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:
- Maraschino Cherry Substitute: Some maraschino cherries contain animal-derived ingredients like carmine for coloring. Opt for vegan-friendly brands or use fresh cherries as an alternative.
- Proceed as usual. To enjoy a vegan version of this cocktail, ensure all your ingredients are vegan-friendly and follow the original steps.
What is an Emerson Cocktail?
An Emerson Cocktail is a gin-based drink made of Gin, sweet vermouth, lime juice, and maraschino liqueur. It’s easy to make because it requires only a few ingredients and straightforward steps like shaking and straining. This cocktail offers a unique blend of flavors, making it stand out among other gin cocktails.
What is an Emerson Cocktail made of – The ingredients
An Emerson Cocktail recipe calls for these ingredients:
- Gin (preferably Old Tom): Provides the base spirit and a botanical flavor.
- Sweet Vermouth: Adds a rich, herbal sweetness that balances the Gin.
- Lime Juice, freshly squeezed: Brings a fresh, tangy acidity to the cocktail.
- Maraschino Liqueur: Contributes a subtle cherry flavor and a hint of sweetness.
- Maraschino Cherry (for garnish): Enhances the presentation and adds a final touch of cherry flavor.
