Greenpoint
Cocktail Recipe
Description
A refreshing cocktail that balances the herbal notes of rye whiskey with the complexity of sweet vermouth and a hint of bitters.
History
The Greenpoint cocktail was created in the early 2000s as part of the craft cocktail movement, named after the Greenpoint neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York. It reflects the resurgence of interest in classic flavors with a modern twist.
Instructions
Step 1.
- In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and yellow Chartreuse.
Step 2.
- Add a dash of Angostura bitters.
Step 3.
- Stir well until chilled.
Step 4.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Step 5.
- Garnish with a lemon twist. You can express the oils from the lemon peel over the drink before adding it.
Ingredients
2 oz Rye Whiskey
1 oz Sweet Vermouth
1 /2 oz Yellow Chartreuse
2 dashes Angostura Bitters (optional)
1 Lemon twist (garnish)
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