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Tuxedo No.2 Cocktail Drink

Tuxedo No.2 Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Mix a Tuxedo No.2 using this easy recipe! Blend Gin, vermouth, absinthe, orange bitters, and maraschino liqueur to create an elegant drink for any winter gathering.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 196

Ingredients
 

  • 1½ oz Gin
  • 1½ oz dry vermouth
  • ¼ oz maraschino liqueur
  • 2 dashes of orange bitters
  • 1 dashes of Absinthe
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon twist or cherry - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Strainer
  • Martini Glass
  • Measuring Jigger

Instructions

  • Chill Glass: Fill your Martini glass with ice, stir and set it aside.
  • Add Absinthe: Drop 1 dashes of Absinthe in a mixing glass.
  • Add Bitters: Add 2 dashes of orange bitters to the mix.
  • Add Maraschino Liqueur: Pour in ¼ oz maraschino liqueur.
  • Add Vermouth: Measure and add 1½ oz dry vermouth.
  • Add Gin: Pour 1½ oz Gin into the shaker.
  • Add Ice: Fill your mixing glass with ice.
  • Stir: Stir gently for about 20 seconds.
  • Discard Ice: Empty your martini glass.
  • Strain: Strain your mixture into your chilled martini glass.
  • Garnish: Add a lemon twist or cherry for garnish.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Gin: If you don't have Gin, I recommend trying vodka for a cleaner taste, though it lacks the botanical notes.
  • Dry Vermouth: In a pinch, I've used white wine with a drop of vinegar to mimic the dryness of vermouth.
  • Maraschino Liqueur: Cherry brandy can work as an alternative, though it adds a slightly different flavor profile.
  • Orange Bitters: Opt for Angostura bitters or any other citrus bitters for a twist.
  • Absinthe: If you are out of absinthe try using an anise-flavored spirit or liqueur.

Making a Pitcher of Tuxedo No.2:

  • Scale: To serve 8, multiply all ingredients by 8, using 16 dashes of orange bitters, 8 dashes of absinthe, 12 oz each of Gin and dry vermouth and 2 oz of maraschino liqueur.
  • Mix: Combine all ingredients in a large pitcher filled with ice.
  • Serve: Stir well and strain into individual chilled martini glasses, garnishing each with a lemon twist or cherry.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Gin Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gin substitute; these capture the essence without the alcohol.
  • Vermouth Substitute: Try white grape juice with apple cider vinegar for acidity.
  • Maraschino Substitute: Use cherry syrup for sweetness and flavor.
  • Absinthe: try using a touch of anise-flavored syrup. 
  • Orange bitters: use a drop of orange blossom water.