Recipe for Caruso Cocktail: A Refined Classic
The Caruso cocktail is an elegant blend of Gin Dry, Vermouth Dry, and Crema di Menta Verde, with a fresh and vibrant touch. Customizable with a splash of tonic water, it encourages sharing of variations on social media to create a community passionate about mixology.
Ingredients
- 1/3 Gin Dry
- 1/3 Vermouth Dry
- 1/3 Mint Cream Green
- to taste Ice
Instructions
- Take a shaker and fill it with ice cubes until it's about half full.
- Carefully pour the Gin Dry into the shaker, being mindful not to splash.
- Add the Vermouth Dry, pouring it slowly to preserve its aroma.
- Finish by adding the Green Mint Cream, which will give the cocktail a touch of freshness and a vibrant color.
- Close the shaker and shake it vigorously for about 15 seconds, ensuring that the ingredients mix perfectly and the cocktail cools to the right temperature.
- Strain the contents of the shaker into a chilled cocktail glass, using a strainer to hold back the ice cubes.
- Serve immediately, garnishing as desired with a mint leaf or a lemon twist.
Notes
To add a personal touch and an additional layer of flavor to your Caruso, try adding a splash of tonic water before serving. This will not only lengthen the drink, making it lighter and more effervescent, but will also enhance the aromatic notes of the gin and vermouth.