Tuxedo Cocktail Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley

5 from 1 vote

Shake up your summer with this simple Tuxedo Cocktail recipe, where the classic allure of Gin meets the subtle charm of vermouth and maraschino.

Prep time: 1

Mixing time: 1

Servings:

Calories: 204

Prep Glass: Chill your cocktail glass in the freezer or fill it with ice cubes and let it sit for a few minutes.
Mix Ingredients: In the mixing glass, combine 3 dashes Angostura orange bitters, 3 dashes Absinthe, ¼ oz Maraschino Liqueur, 1½ oz dry Vermouth, and 1½ oz Gin.
Add Ice: Fill your mixing glass with ice cubes.
Stir Gently: Using a bar spoon, stir the ingredients well until the mixture is chilled.
Prep Serving Glass: Discard the ice cubes from your cocktail glass or remove it from the freezer.
Strain: Strain the mixed ingredients into your prepared cocktail glass.
Garnish: Twist a lemon peel over the drink to release the oils or drop a cherry into the glass.

Gin: I've replaced Gin with tequila for a different kick in my experiments, calling it a "Tequila Tuxedo." It adds an exciting twist!
Dry Vermouth: No dry vermouth? Try using white wine with a splash of vodka; it doesn't replicate the flavor perfectly but creates an interesting variation.
Maraschino Liqueur: I've used cherry brandy as a substitute; it's sweeter but delightful!
Orange Bitters: A mix of regular aromatic bitters and a squeeze of fresh orange juice can work if you're out of orange bitters. It changes the taste slightly but keeps the drink's spirit alive.
Absinthe: Pernod or any other anise-flavored liqueur will do the job.

Scale: For a pitcher serving 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. You'll need 12 oz of Gin, 12 oz of dry vermouth, 2 oz of maraschino liqueur, and 24 dashes of orange bitters and absinthe.
Mix: In a large pitcher, combine all the ingredients with ice. Stir thoroughly.
Serve: Pour the blend into individual chilled cocktail glasses, add garnish, and serve immediately.

Gin Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic gin alternative available in the market.
Vermouth Substitute: Use non-alcoholic white wine. A dash of white grape juice with a splash of apple cider vinegar can mimic the vermouth's tang.
Absinthe Substitute: Opt for an anise-flavored syrup or for a non-alcoholic absinthe alternative.
Skip the Maraschino: Exclude the liqueur or select a few drops of natural cherry essence for flavor.
Follow the Original Steps: With these non-alcoholic substitutes, prepare the cocktail following the original instructions, and enjoy your alcohol-free Tuxedo!

Ensure Your Spirits are Vegan: Some spirits use animal products in processing. Double-check that your Gin, Vermouth, Absinthe, and Maraschino Liqueur are certified vegan.
Garnish Wisely: Instead of a regular maraschino cherry (which might contain non-vegan dyes), use fresh cherry or organic, vegan-certified preserved cherries.