Metropole

Brandy leads dry vermouth in a clear stirred cocktail seasoned with two kinds of bitters. Orange and Peychaud’s contribute separate aromatic accents, while one cocktail cherry supplies the finishing garnish.

clear pale amber Metropole in a coupe with one cocktail cherry, no ice.

Active preparation: 3 minutes

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Brandy
  • 22.5 ml Dry vermouth
  • 2 dash Orange bitters
  • 1 dash Peychaud’s bitters
  • 1 piece Cocktail cherry, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pour brandy, dry vermouth, orange bitters and Peychaud’s bitters into a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir smoothly until cold, about 20–30 seconds.
  3. Strain into a chilled coupe without ice.
  4. Finish with a cocktail cherry and serve promptly.