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Bamboo Cocktail

Joanna Carpenter

Test Kitchen-Approved
Bamboo Cocktail

Photo by MJ Kroeger

Serves
1
Prep Time
5 Minutes

The Bamboo is a favored cocktail amongst bartenders, beloved for its straightforward recipe that can change greatly based on the types of sherry or vermouth chosen for the libation. For example: A bright vermouth paired with a nutty, savory amontillado sherry will yield a zesty cocktail with a rich mouthfeel, while a fino sherry paired with a blanc vermouth results in a briny yet floral concoction. I suggest adding a bit of plum bitters with a touch of sake to this recipe to draw out complexity and add fruity acidity to this under-appreciated beverage. Whatever your pleasure, make sure you’re storing your fortified wines in the fridge, as they’ll start to spoil once oxygen has hit, just like a regular wine.


Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounce dry vermouth (such as Lo-Fi Dry or Martini Ambrato)
  • 1 1/2 ounce dry sherry (fino or amontillado)
  • 2 dash orange bitters
  • 2 dash Angostura bitters
  • Lemon peel, for garnish

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Bamboo Cocktail


Directions

  • Step 1

    Add all ingredients to a mixing glass; gently stir for 20 seconds. Strain into a chilled stemmed cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon peel twist.

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