Adam & Eve
The Adam & Eve cocktail is a delightful blend of fresh apple and pomegranate juices, complemented by a splash of vodka and a hint of citrus. This refreshing drink is garnished with a twist of lemon, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness that evokes a sense of paradise in every sip. Ideal for any occasion, it captures the essence of temptation and indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 shotGin
- 1 shotCognac
- 1 shotCreme de Cassis
- 1/8 shotFresh Lemon Juice
Pairs Well With
- Apple tart
- herb-roasted chicken
- goat cheese salad
- walnut bread
- honey cake
- roasted root vegetables
Preparation
Shake together all the ingredients and strain into a cold glass.
Best Enjoyed
Pro Tips
Use botanical-forward London Dry gin as the base
incorporate fresh fruit juices for natural sweetness
add herbal liqueurs for complexity
shake vigorously with ice
serve up in coupe glass with fresh garnish
History & Origins
The Adam & Eve cocktail is a classic creation born from the golden age of cocktails, combining gin with herbal and fruity notes. Named as a reference to the biblical first couple, it symbolizes the original perfect pairing of ingredients. The drink exemplifies the creative naming conventions of early 20th-century bartenders.
Variations
Apple Adam & Eve
Emphasizes apple juice and calvados for orchard notes
Citrus Adam & Eve
uses citrus juices and orange liqueur for bright character
Herbal Adam & Eve
incorporates herbal spirits like absinthe for botanical depth
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