Maraschino liqueur sounds obscure but it's often hiding in plain sight. Seek it for this simple, classic cocktail.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 1 Servings
Ingredients
2
ounces London dry gin
¾
ounce fresh lemon juice
¾
ounce maraschino liqueur (such as Luxardo)
Maraschino cherry (for serving)
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Preparation
Step 1
Combine gin, lemon juice, and maraschino liqueur in a cocktail shaker. Fill shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously until outside of shaker is very cold, about 20 seconds.
Step 2
Place cherry in a martini glass and strain cocktail through a Hawthorne strainer or a slotted spoon into glass.