Angler's Cocktail

Pro tips

• Chill your glass in the freezer or with ice water before stirring to keep the drink cold longer.
• Add dashes carefully—both bitters and grenadine are potent; measure with a bar dasher or dropper for precision.
• Stir for a full 30 seconds over ice to properly dilute and chill without aerating the drink.
• Use fresh ice (not old or partially melted) to avoid off-flavors and over-dilution.

Substitutions

• London Dry gin → Plymouth gin or Old Tom gin (changes flavor profile to more herbal or slightly sweet)
• Grenadine → crème de cassis or dry vermouth (alters sweetness and adds different fruit/herbal notes)

Equipment

bar spoon · mixing glass or cocktail shaker · jigger · strainer

What type of gin works best for an Angler's Cocktail?

London Dry gin is ideal, as its juniper-forward profile complements the bitters without being overpowered by the delicate grenadine.

Can I make an Angler's Cocktail without grenadine?

Yes, omit it for a drier drink, or substitute with a small amount of simple syrup for sweetness balance.

Should an Angler's Cocktail be shaken or stirred?

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

What glassware is best for serving?

A coupe glass or small martini glass works well; chill the glass beforehand for best temperature retention.