Adam and Eve Cocktail Recipe | CookOS

Adam and Eve

Name: Adam and Eve Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 oz Forbidden Fruit; 1 oz Gin; 1 oz Brandy; 1 dash Lemon Juice

The Adam and Eve is a classic spirit-forward cocktail balancing gin and brandy with Forbidden Fruit liqueur and a touch of lemon juice, delivering a smooth, citrus-forward sipper.

🏷️Equipment: cocktail glass

Total

5 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$11–$18

Recipe Source

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From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's and Party Guide

Ingredients

1 oz Forbidden Fruit
1 oz Gin
1 oz Brandy

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1 dash Lemon Juice

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Instructions

1
Shake well with cracked ice and strain into cocktail glass.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Chill your glass before serving to keep the drink cold longer without dilution.
Use fresh lemon juice—bottled juice flattens the bright citrus lift the recipe needs.
Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds; the shorter contact time with ice keeps spirit flavors crisp and prevents over-dilution.

Substitutions

Forbidden Fruit → Cointreau or triple sec (will be drier, less grapefruit character)
Brandy → cognac or VS brandy (higher quality and smoother finish)
Gin → London Dry or Plymouth gin (drier or slightly earthier profile)

Common Questions

What is Forbidden Fruit liqueur?

Forbidden Fruit is a brandy-based liqueur with grapefruit and citrus flavors, produced by Crème de Cacao. It adds a unique fruity sweetness and color to cocktails.