Bamboo Cocktail (1904 recipe)
A dry and herbal fortified wine cocktail ∙ Stir ∙ 3 min ∙ 13.5%
Ingredients
~110 kcal per serving
1
Servings
Garnish
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Stir all ingredients with ice: Fino sherry 60 mlRosso vermouth 30 mlOrange bitters 1 dash
- Fine strain into the chilled glass
- Express a lemon twist over the cocktail and use as garnish
History
The 1904 Bamboo Cocktail is a classic mix that achieves a perfect balance between dry fino sherry and rich vermouths, accented by a dash of orange bitters. Known for its complexity and elegance, it combines mineral dryness with subtle sweetness, representing early 20th-century bartending finesse. This cocktail is ideal for those who appreciate finely balanced, sophisticated drinks with historical pedigree.
