Leap Year Cocktail
Celebrate special occasions with the sophisticated charm of the Leap Year Cocktail, a timeless blend of smooth gin, citrusy Grand Marnier, sweet vermouth, and a splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Perfectly balanced and utterly refreshing, this classic cocktail is shaken to icy perfection and elegantly served with a fragrant lemon twist garnish. Ready in just five minutes, it's the ideal choice for anyone looking to add a touch of vintage glamour to their cocktail repertoire. Whether you're marking a leap year or simply treating yourself to an elevated happy hour, this citrus-forward libation is a must-try for gin enthusiasts and cocktail connoisseurs alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Gin
- 0.5 oz Grand Marnier
- 0.5 oz Sweet vermouth
- 0.25 oz Lemon juice
- 1 piece Lemon twist
- 1 cup Ice
Instructions
Chill a coupe or cocktail glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you prepare the cocktail.
In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, Grand Marnier, sweet vermouth, and fresh lemon juice.
Fill the shaker with ice, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
Dump the ice water from the prepared glass and strain the cocktail into the glass using a fine mesh strainer or cocktail strainer.
Garnish with a fresh lemon twist by twisting it over the glass to release its oils, then drape it over the edge or drop it into the cocktail.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
187 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 20 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
