The Bijou is a nineteenth century cocktail whose name means jewel in French, referring to the colours of its ingredients. It combines gin, vermouth, and green Chartreuse.
It is richer and more herbal than many gin classics, with a depth that comes from the Chartreuse. The balance is bold and distinctive, making it a drink that stands out. It is a cocktail that rewards a slower pace.
Why Lush Life Loves It
I always think of this as one for when you want something a bit more serious. It is not a casual drink, but that is exactly what makes it appealing.
Here is the recipe
Bijou
The Bijou cocktail is a vibrant mix of gin, Green Chartreuse, and dry vermouth, kissed with orange bitters for a bold, herbal, and elegantly balanced sip.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 oz gin
- 1 oz Green Chartreuse
- 1 oz dry vermouth
- 1 dash orange bitters
- Garnish: lemon twist or cherry
Instructions
- Stir the gin, Green Chartreuse, dry vermouth, and orange bitters with ice in a mixing glass until well chilled.
- Strain into a Nick and Nora glass or stemmed cocktail glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or a cherry
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 196kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 0.02gSodium: 0.3mgPotassium: 1mgSugar: 11gIron: 0.01mg
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