Abbey Cocktail

Pro tips

• Squeeze orange juice fresh—bottled loses brightness and can make the drink taste one-dimensional.
• Shake vigorously with ice for 10–15 seconds to properly integrate the bitters and chill the drink.
• Use a dash (2–3 drops) of orange bitters; too much overpowers the gin's botanical notes.
• Chill your glassware beforehand to keep the cocktail cold longer without over-diluting.

Substitutions

• Old Mr. Boston Dry Gin → Tanqueray or Beefeater (maintains dry, juniper-forward profile)
• Orange bitters → Angostura bitters (shifts flavor; use same quantity for less citrus intensity)
• Fresh orange juice → Fresh grapefruit juice (creates a drier, more bitter-forward drink)

Equipment

cocktail shaker · jigger · bar strainer · coupe or cocktail glass

What can I substitute for Old Mr. Boston Dry Gin?

Any London Dry gin works well—Tanqueray, Beefeater, or Gordon's deliver a similar botanical profile and dry finish.

Should I use fresh orange juice or bottled?

Fresh orange juice is preferred for better flavor and acidity; bottled juice will work but may taste flat or overly sweet.

How do I measure 1/4 orange juice accurately?

Use a cocktail jigger or measure 0.5 oz (about 15 ml) of freshly squeezed orange juice per drink.

Can I batch prepare the Abbey Cocktail?

Mix gin and orange juice ahead; add ice and bitters just before serving to preserve carbonation and temperature.

Is this cocktail served shaken or stirred?

Shake with ice to chill and combine the citrus and bitters evenly, then strain into a coupe or cocktail glass.