The Abbey Cocktail is a gin-based prohibition-era drink combining fresh orange juice and orange bitters for a citrus-forward, balanced flavor profile. It's a light aperitif cocktail reflective of early 20th-century American mixology.
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Shake with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.
Add cherry.
Cocktails are best served immediately after preparation; cannot be stored or made ahead.
Cocktail shaker or mixing glass · Bar strainer · Jigger for measuring · Coupe or cocktail glass
Fresh-squeezed orange juice is preferred for brightness and flavor; bottled juice will work but may taste slightly flat.
London Dry or American-style gins work well; choose one with pronounced juniper to balance the citrus.
Yes, chill the coupe or cocktail glass with ice before straining to keep the drink cold longer.
Angostura bitters will change the flavor profile noticeably; stick with orange bitters for authenticity.
The Abbey Cocktail is traditionally served up (without ice) in a chilled coupe glass.
