Alaska Cocktail

Pro tips

• Use a bar spoon and stir over large ice cubes for 30 seconds to achieve proper dilution without over-watering the cocktail.
• Chill your glass before serving to maintain the drink's temperature and prevent the herbal notes from becoming muted.
• Add orange bitters last and count carefully—2 dashes is precise; too much will overpower the delicate chartreuse balance.
• Pour slowly from the mixing glass to preserve the aromatic top layer and allow visual appreciation of the pale green color.

Substitutions

• Green Chartreuse → Yellow Chartreuse (more assertive; use 1/2 oz instead of 3/4 oz)
• Orange Bitters → Regan's or Angostura (similar depth, slightly less citrus note)

Storage & make-ahead

Cocktails are meant fresh; prepare to order and serve immediately.

Equipment

bar spoon · mixing glass · strainer (Hawthorne or julep) · jigger · coupe or cocktail glass

What type of gin works best for the Alaska Cocktail?

A London Dry style gin is traditional; it provides botanical structure that complements the chartreuse without overpowering it.

Can I substitute yellow chartreuse in this cocktail?

Green chartreuse can replace yellow, but it's more intense and herbal—reduce to 1/2 oz and adjust to taste.

Should the Alaska Cocktail be shaken or stirred?

Stir with ice for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly, then strain into a chilled coupe or cocktail glass.

What glass should I serve this in?

A coupe, martini, or Nick & Nora glass works well to showcase the aromatic profile.