A dark, mysterious, and superbly bracing cocktail originating in the late 1800s. It was named Bijou (bijoux means jewels in French) because it combines the colors of three jewels: gin for diamond, vermouth for ruby, and chartreuse for emerald.
Bijou
Conniption Gin
Category
Classic Cocktails
Author:
Conniption Gin
Servings
1
Crisp and herbaceous, the classic Bijou cocktail has been around for over a century. It is named after the colors of glittering jewels that are reminisietn of the three liquors that make it up (gin, vermouth and chartreuse). An impressive classic cocktail with a rich history, we love it!
Ingredients
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1.5 oz. Conniption American Dry Gin
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¾ oz. green chartreuse
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¾ oz. sweet vermouth
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2 dashes of orange bitters
Garnish
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orange or luxardo cherry
Directions
Stir all ingredients (minus garnish) with ice.
Strain into a chilled Nick and Nora or Small Coupe.
Garnish with orange or luxardo cherry.