The Perfect Gentleman Cocktail Recipe

This sophisticated, bourbon cocktail is the perfect way to toast your horse's victory on Derby Day.

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Photo by: Efrain Duenas

Efrain Duenas

By: Scott Fitzgerald

Ingredients

2 ounces Buffalo Trace Bourbon
1/2 ounce sweet vermouth
1/2 ounce cucumber-rose infused dry vermouth
1 dash orange bitters
orange twist, for garnish

Instructions

1. Stir all ingredients in a mixing glass.
2. Strain into coupe.
3. Garnish with an orange twist.

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