Twentieth Century

A Twentieth Century cocktail is an elegant, forgotten pre-Prohibition-era cocktail recipe that combines the bitterness of gin, sweetness of crèm de cacao, sourness of lemon, and refreshing essence of Lillet Blanc. This cocktail originate from the 1930s.

Ingredients

• - 1.5 ounces of gin
• - 0.75 ounces of Lillet Blanc
• - 0.75 ounces of lemon juice
• - 0.5 ounces of crème de cacao (white)
• - Lemon twist for garnish

Preparation

• 1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
• 2. Add the gin, Lillet Blanc, lemon juice, and crème de cacao.
• 3. Shake well for about 20 seconds until chilled.
• 4. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
• 5. Garnish with a lemon twist & serve.

Serving

• This cocktail is best served in a chilled coupe or martini glass. It’s a perfect classy drink for dinner parties or a sophisticated happy hour.

Tips

• - Choose high-quality dry gin.
• - Use fresh lemon juice, and strain the juice to remove pulp and seeds.
• - To chill the cocktail glass, place it in the freezer for about 5-10 mins before serving.
• - Always shake the cocktail shaker vigorously to mix all the ingredients well.