Honolulu Cocktail (recipe No. 2)

Name: Honolulu Cocktail (recipe No. 2)
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: London dry gin — 20 ml; Bénédictine D.O.M. liqueur — 15 ml; Maraschino liqueur — 15 ml; Orange bitters (opt.) — 1 dash

A herbal and fruity gin cocktail ∙ Stir ∙ 3 min ∙ 35.9%

Ingredients

~144 kcal per serving

Servings

Garnish

Maraschino cherry

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Stir all ingredients with ice: London dry gin 20 mlBénédictine D.O.M. liqueur 15 mlMaraschino liqueur 15 mlOrange bitters 1 dash
Fine strain into the chilled glass
Garnish with a maraschino cherry on a skewer

History

Adapted from a 1917 recipe and popularized in the 1930s, this cocktail blends smoothherbal notes with a slightly sweet and complex profile. Served typically in a Nick & Noraglass, it’s a timeless and balanced choice for those who enjoy a classic, old-school after-dinner drink with a touch of refinement.