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May Fair

1 oz Gin, Tanqueray
1⁄2 oz Aquavit, Linie
1⁄2 oz Aquavit, Krogstad
1 oz Sweet vermouth (D&C 'house' blend is equal parts Dolin Rouge/ Punt e Mes)
1⁄4 oz Bénédictine
2 ds Bitters, Angostura
2 ds Peychaud's Bitters (D&C 'house' blend is 2 parts Peychauds/1 part Bitter Truth Creole)
1 twst Orange peel
Instructions

Stir with ice, strain into double rocks glass with big cube. Garnish with orange zest.

Notes

I only had Linie aquavit so used a full ounce of that instead of the split with Krogstad. Still delicious.

Cocktail summary
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Created by
Eryn Reece, Death & Co
Year
2013
Is an
authentic recipe
Reference

Death & Co Modern Classic Cocktails. Ten Speed Press

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  • Used Hendrick's, 1 oz Brennivin Aquavit & 1/2 each Antica Formula / Punt e Mes with good results. More 'approachable' than the Vieux Carre on which it is riffed and on the sweeter side. Better after food, like a glass of port. — ★★★★
  • A bit too sweet for my taste. Maybe reduce the vermouth?
  • Subbed aquavit brands so probably didn't get the full effect. Friend's reaction made me wonder if dry rather than sweet vermouth would work. — ★★★★
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