Club Cocktail

Pro tips

• Chill your glass with ice water before straining to keep the drink colder longer.
• Use a 2:1 gin-to-vermouth ratio as a starting point; adjust to taste preference for drier or richer results.
• Stir for a full 30 seconds to achieve proper dilution and silky texture.
• Quality vermouth matters—opened bottles oxidize quickly, so store upright in a cool place and use within 2–3 months.

Substitutions

• Gin → genever or Old Tom gin (produces a rounder, slightly sweeter drink)
• Sweet vermouth → Carpano Antica Formula or Noilly Prat Rouge (alters botanical balance; test first)

Storage & make-ahead

Cocktails are best served immediately after mixing; prepare ingredients in advance and combine fresh to order.

Equipment

mixing glass · bar spoon · cocktail strainer · coupe or cocktail glass

What type of gin works best in a Club Cocktail?

London Dry style gin is traditional; choose one with clear botanical character that won't overpower the vermouth.

Should a Club Cocktail be shaken or stirred?

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

Can I make a Club Cocktail without sweet vermouth?

Dry vermouth creates a different profile; sweet vermouth is essential to the traditional Club Cocktail's character.

What garnish works with a Club Cocktail?

A cherry or lemon twist complements the gin-vermouth balance; add according to preference.