The Bijou is a classic three-part cocktail that balances gin, green chartreuse, and sweet vermouth in equal measure, brightened by orange bitters. Its herbal depth and silky texture make it a sophisticated aperitif for spirit enthusiasts.
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Stir with ice and strain into cocktail glass.
add a cherry on top.
Best served immediately after preparation; cocktails do not improve with storage.
mixing glass · bar spoon · jigger · coupe glass · strainer
Green chartreuse brings herbal, slightly spicy, and floral notes that balance the sweetness of vermouth and the botanicals of gin without overpowering them.
Green chartreuse is essential to the Bijou's character. Yellow chartreuse is a weaker substitute and changes the flavor profile noticeably.
The Bijou is traditionally stirred with ice for 30 seconds to chill and dilute it slightly, then strained into a coupe glass.
Use a London Dry-style gin with clear juniper and botanical presence; avoid heavily flavored gins that compete with the chartreuse and vermouth.
A cherry or lemon twist complements the herbal and citrus notes; the original recipe traditionally uses a cherry.
