Cocktail
Bronx
How to make a Bronx - the fruity gin cocktail with sweet and dry vermouth plus fresh orange juice. The classic New York recipe to mix at home.
5 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
CoupetteGlass
1Serving(s)
The Bronx is a fruity gin cocktail from New York and belongs to the extended martini family. The combination of sweet and dry vermouth with fresh orange juice makes it softer and more approachable than its drier relatives. An elegant classic from the golden age of cocktail culture.
Instructions
- Add gin, sweet vermouth, dry vermouth and orange juice to the shaker.
- Add plenty of ice.
- Shake hard for about 12 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled coupette.
- Garnish with an orange zest and serve.
Garnish: Orange zest
Pro tip: Use freshly squeezed orange juice - from a carton the Bronx quickly tastes flat and loses its fruity freshness.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Bronx get its name?
The cocktail is named after the New York borough of the Bronx and emerged at the start of the 20th century. It is considered a younger member of the martini family.
What sets the Bronx apart from the Martini?
The Bronx uses both sweet and dry vermouth and additionally contains fresh orange juice. This makes it fruitier and milder than a classic Martini.
Can I prepare the Bronx with egg white?
A variant called Income Tax adds a dash of Angostura. A splash of egg white is unusual but gives a creamier texture if you like that.
Ingredients
- Gin4.5 cl
- Sweet vermouth (Vermouth Rosso)1.5 cl
- Dry vermouth (Vermouth Dry)1.5 cl
- Fresh orange juice3 cl
- Ice cubesas needed
