Cardinale

Dry vermouth and a restrained measure of bitter aperitivo support gin in this short stirred cocktail. Compared with equal-parts bitter drinks, the formula places more emphasis on the gin and a drier wine accent.

Active preparation: 4 minutes

Ingredients

• 40 ml London dry gin
• 20 ml Dry vermouth
• 10 ml Campari
• 1 piece Lemon peel, for garnish

Instructions

1. Chill a coupe glass and measure the ingredients.
2. Combine the measured ingredients in a mixing glass, then fill it with ice.
3. Stir smoothly for about 20–30 seconds, until the mixture is thoroughly chilled.
4. Strain into the coupe glass.
5. Finish with a lemon twist and serve promptly.