Army & Navy

Modern | Sour | from Leandro DiMonriva

This cocktail first appears in David A. Embury's 1948 The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks so establishing a 'made before' date. Little else is known but based upon its name, folk suggest it originated at The Army and Navy Club in Washington, D.C.. The club's lounge is also said to be "where the famous Daiquiri cocktail was introduced to the United States."

Ingredients

Amount Ingredient Brand
2 oz / 50 ml 3 oz / 75 ml 4 oz / 100 ml 6 oz / 150 ml Gin Beefeater
0.75 oz / 19 ml 1.125 oz / 28 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2.25 oz / 56.5 ml Fresh Lemon Juice  
0.75 oz / 19 ml 1.125 oz / 28 ml 1.5 oz / 37.5 ml 2.25 oz / 56.5 ml Orgeat  
2 dashes Bitters Angostura Aromatic Bitters
5 drops 20% Saline Solution  

Notes

  • Method: Shaken
  • Pour: Double Strain
  • Glassware: Coupe
  • Garnish: None
  • Special Prep: Expressed lemon oil