Copenhagen Cocktail (1939 recipe)

Name: Copenhagen Cocktail (1939 recipe)
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: London dry gin — 25 ml; Cherry liqueur — 25 ml; Rosso vermouth — 25 ml; Lemon juice (freshly squeezed) — 10 ml; Angostura aromatic bitters — 2 dashes

A berry and sour cocktail ∙ Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 21%

Ingredients

~161 kcal per serving

Servings

London dry gin25 ml
Cherry liqueur25 ml
Rosso vermouth25 ml
Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)10 ml
Angostura aromatic bitters2 dashes

Garnish

Maraschino cherry

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Shake all ingredients with ice: London dry gin 25 mlCherry liqueur 25 mlRosso vermouth 25 mlLemon juice 10 mlAngostura aromatic bitters 2 dashes
Fine strain into the chilled glass
Garnish with a maraschino cherry on a skewer

History

Copenhagen Cocktail is a vintage mix from the late 1930s, combining cherry brandy, gin, vermouth, and aromatic bitters. It offers a rich, slightly sweet yet herbal profile. This classic European cocktail reflects pre-war elegance and enduring charm, perfect for those who appreciate historically rooted drinks.