Cocktail recipe

Gibson

Gibson layers Gin with Dry Vermouth for a deeper, aromatic cocktail built for slower sipping.

Cocktail List 5 minutes
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Gibson

Description

A Gibson starts with the crisp juniper and dry vermouth of a Martini, then takes a savoury turn at the garnish. The cocktail onion gives a faint pickled aroma and a sharp bite if you eat it between sips. It’s particularly good when you want the Martini’s dryness with something savoury alongside.

Ingredients

  • 60 ml Gin
  • 10 ml Dry Vermouth
  • Ice
  • 1 piece Cocktail onion

Equipment needed

Bar Spoon – Used to stir the drink smoothly with ice before serving. Muddler – Useful for gently pressing herbs, fruit or sugar when building the drink.

Instructions

  1. Add the gin and dry vermouth to a mixing glass filled with ice.
  2. Stir for about 20 seconds until very cold and properly diluted.
  3. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with a cocktail onion.

Recommended glassware

Coupe Glass
Coupe Glass (Recommended)

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Highball Glass
Highball Glass

A tall everyday glass for mixed drinks with ice and a longer pour.

Useful alternative if the primary glass is not available.

240–350 ml Tall cylindrical shape with room for ice and mixer.

Best for: Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Scotch Highball, Rum and Coke, Mojito variations.

Garnish: Good for wedges, spears, herbs, and long-drink garnishes.

Quick facts

5 minutes Easy Approx. 16% ABV 0.3 alcohol units 240 kcal Fresh ice
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