Tuxedo Cocktail

Name: Tuxedo Cocktail Recipe (Classic Gin & Vermouth)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 oz Old Mr. Boston Dry Gin; 1 1/4 oz Dry Vermouth; 1/4 tsp Maraschino; 1/4 tsp Absinthe Substitute; 2 dash Orange Bitters

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The Tuxedo Cocktail is a sophisticated gin and dry vermouth drink enhanced with maraschino liqueur, absinthe substitute, and orange bitters for a balanced, herbaceous sip.

🏷️Equipment: cocktail glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Recipe Source

Visit Mr. Boston Drinks

From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Old Mr. Boston De Luxe Official Bartender's Guide

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Instructions

1
Stir well with cracked ice and strain into 3 oz.
2
cocktail glass.
3
Serve with a cherry.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Chill your glass with ice or in the freezer for 2–3 minutes before serving to keep the cocktail cold longer.
Use quality gin and dry vermouth; their flavors are prominent, so avoid budget options.
Stir gently for exactly 30 seconds over ice to reach the right temperature and dilution without over-watering the drink.
Add orange bitters last and stir once more to distribute evenly throughout.

Substitutions

Dry Vermouth → French vermouth (Noilly Prat) for deeper herbal character
Absinthe Substitute → Pernod, pastis, or 2–3 drops of anise extract
Orange Bitters → Angostura bitters for a spicier, more traditional martini-style finish
Maraschino → 1/4 tsp dry curaçao for a citrus edge instead of almond sweetness

Storage & make-ahead

Cocktails should be consumed immediately after serving for best flavor and temperature.

Equipment

mixing glass · bar spoon or long spoon · jigger · cocktail strainer · coupe or martini glass

Common Questions

What is the difference between a Tuxedo and a dry martini?

A Tuxedo adds maraschino liqueur and absinthe substitute to the gin-vermouth base, giving it subtle sweetness and herbal complexity that a dry martini lacks.