The Gibson is a mixed drink made with gin and dry vermouth and considered a cousin of the classic martini, distinguished by its signature garnish of an onion instead of an olive. The first known Gibson recipe was published in more than a century ago in 1908.

Enjoy three Gibson recipes that we love here at Sable & Rosenfeld.

 

Dry Gibson Martini

• 2½ oz gin (vodka)
• ½ oz dry vermouth
• 3 Sable & Rosenfeld Vermouth Tipsy Onions

1. Pre-chill glass.
2. Fill martini shaker with ice cubes.
3. Pour in gin (vodka) and vermouth. Shake.
4. Strain into glass and garnish with three Vermouth Tipsy Onions.

 

Spicy Gibson Martini

• 2½ oz gin (vodka)
• ½ oz dry vermouth
• 3 Sable & Rosenfeld Vermouth Jalapeño Tipsy Onions

1. Pre-chill glass.
2. Fill martini shaker with ice cubes.
3. Pour in gin (vodka) and vermouth. Shake.
4. Strain into glass and garnish with three Vermouth Jalapeño Tipsy Onions.

 

Upside Down Dirty Gibson Martini

• 3 dashes lemon bitters
• 2 dashes wormwood bitters (optional)
• 2 tsp Sable & Rosenfeld Vermouth Tipsy Onion brine
• 2 oz dry vermouth
• 1 oz gin
• 1 Sable & Rosenfeld Vermouth Tipsy Onion

1. Add 3 dashes lemon bitters, 2 dashes wormwood bitters (optional), 2 tsp pickled onion brine, 2 oz dry vermouth and 1 oz gin to a mixing glass filled with ice.
2. Stir and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
3. Twist a strip of lemon peel over glass and discard.
4. Garnish with a Vermouth Tipsy Onion.

 

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