Tuxedo Cocktail

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

The Tuxedo Cocktail is a classic gin-based drink that balances dry gin with French vermouth, maraschino liqueur, absinthe, and orange bitters. This elegant, aromatic cocktail delivers herbaceous complexity with a subtle licorice note.

🏷️Equipment: cocktail glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$13–$21

Recipe Source

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

Ingredients

1/2 Old Mr. Boston Dry Gin
1/2 French Vermouth

1 dash Maraschino

1 dash Absinthe

2 dash Orange Bitters

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Instructions

1
Stir well with cracked ice and strain
2
Cocktail glass.
3
Serve with a cherry.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Chill your glassware and mixing glass beforehand; a warm glass will dilute the drink's impact.
Measure each ingredient carefully—the balance between vermouth, maraschino, and absinthe is essential to avoid overwhelming the gin.
Stir gently with ice for exactly 30 seconds to achieve proper dilution and temperature without over-aerating.
Use fresh ice and strain immediately; this drink benefits from being served ice-cold.

Substitutions

Old Mr. Boston Dry Gin → any dry London gin (preserves the flavor profile)
French Vermouth → dry Italian vermouth (slightly drier, less herbaceous)
Maraschino → dry curaçao (adds citrus instead of cherry notes)

Equipment

mixing glass · barspoon · cocktail strainer · jigger or measuring spoon · coupe or cocktail glass

Common Questions

What is the difference between the Tuxedo and a Martini?

The Tuxedo adds maraschino liqueur, absinthe, and orange bitters to the gin-vermouth base, making it more complex and less austere than a traditional Martini.

Can I make a Tuxedo Cocktail without absinthe?

Yes, you can omit it or reduce the dash to 1/2 dash, though absinthe contributes the signature anise note that defines this drink.

Should a Tuxedo Cocktail be shaken or stirred?

Stir the cocktail in a mixing glass with ice for 30 seconds, then strain into a chilled coupe or cocktail glass to preserve the drink's silky texture.