Bronx (cocktail)

Bronx (cocktail)

The Bronx is a classic cocktail that originated in the early 20th century. It is a refreshing and citrusy drink that combines gin, sweet and dry vermouth, and orange juice. The cocktail is named after the Bronx borough of New York City.

Ingredients

To make a Bronx cocktail, you will need the following ingredients:

• 1 1/2 ounces of gin
• 1/2 ounce of sweet vermouth
• 1/2 ounce of dry vermouth
• 1 ounce of orange juice
• Orange twist, for garnish

Instructions

Follow these steps to prepare a Bronx cocktail:

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add the gin, sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, and orange juice to the shaker.
3. Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled cocktail glass.
5. Garnish with an orange twist.

History

The Bronx cocktail was first mentioned in Hugo Ensslin's 1916 book, Recipes for Mixed Drinks. It is believed to have been created around the same time as the better-known Manhattan cocktail. The Bronx gained popularity during the Prohibition era and became a staple in many speakeasies.

Variations

There are a few variations of the Bronx cocktail, including:

• Perfect Bronx: This variation uses equal parts of sweet and dry vermouth.
• Bronx Terrace: This version adds a dash of orange bitters for an extra layer of flavor.
• Southern Bronx: In this variation, bourbon is used instead of gin.

See Also

• Cocktail
• Gin
• Vermouth
• Orange juice