Try the Jean Harlow Cocktail recipe! Blend light rum, sweet vermouth, and orange bitters for an ideal springtime cocktail.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 196
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Light Rum
- 1½ oz Sweet Vermouth
- 1 dash of orange bitters
- Ice cubes
- Lemon zest spiral or twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Stirring Glass
- Bar spoon or long stirrer
- Measuring Jigger
- Cocktail Strainer
- Martini or Coupe Glass
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill a Martini or coupe glass with ice. Give it a quick stir and set it aside.
- Add Bitters: Pour 1 dash of orange bitters into the mixing glass.
- Add Vermouth: Add 1½ oz Sweet Vermouth.
- Add Light Rum: Measure and pour 1½ oz Light Rum into the mixing glass as well.
- 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 a lemon zest spiral or twist and serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Light Rum: If you don't have light rum, you can use white rum as an alternative. I've also tried using vodka for a different but still enjoyable flavor.
- Sweet Vermouth: Dry vermouth can work in a pinch, though it will change the drink's character slightly. Adding a small splash of simple syrup can help balance the flavors.
- Orange Bitters: opt for Angostura bitters or any other citrus bitters for a different twist.
Making a Pitcher of Jean Harlow Cocktail:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 12 oz of light rum, 12 oz of sweet vermouth, and 8 dashes of orange bitters.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the light rum, sweet vermouth, and bitters with ice. Stir well.
- Serve: Strain the mixture chilled martini glasses, garnish with a lemon twist, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Rum Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic rum substitute; these are available and reasonably mimic rum's flavor profile.
- Vermouth Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic vermouth or use grape juice with a touch of bitters to mimic the complexity of vermouth.
- Orange bitters: opt for an orange peel infused syrup with gentian root for a touch of 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 Jean Harlow Cocktail is naturally vegan as it contains no animal products. Just ensure that any substitutes you use are also vegan-friendly.What is a Jean Harlow Cocktail?
A Jean Harlow Cocktail is a rum-based drink made of light rum, sweet vermouth, and orange bitters. It’s not difficult to make because it involves mixing the ingredients in a glass with ice and then straining it into a glass. Named after the iconic actress Jean Harlow, this cocktail offers an elegant blend that makes it perfect for various occasions.
What is a Jean Harlow Cocktail made of – The ingredients
You need these ingredients for making a Jean Harlow Cocktail:
- Light Rum: Provides the base spirit and a smooth, slightly sweet flavor.
- Sweet Vermouth: Adds complexity and a hint of sweetness to balance the rum.
- Orange Bitters: Introduces a citrusy tang and bitterness.
- Ice Cubes: Chills the cocktail and helps blend the flavors.
- Lemon Twist (optional): Adds a touch of elegance and a subtle citrus aroma for garnish.
