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Monte Carlo Cocktail

A refined blend of rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, orange curaçao, and Angostura bitters, garnished with an orange twist.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 oz rye whiskey
  • 1/2 oz sweet vermouth
  • 1/2 oz orange curaçao
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 twist of orange peel for garnish

Equipment

  • Shaker
  • Strainer
  • Measuring jigger
  • Mixing glass
  • Cocktail glass

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients and equipment.
  2. Pour 2 ounces of rye whiskey into a mixing glass.
  3. Add 1/2 ounce of sweet vermouth to the mixing glass.
  4. Add 1/2 ounce of orange curaçao to the mixing glass.
  5. Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters to the mixing glass.
  6. Fill the mixing glass with ice and stir for about 30 seconds.
  7. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
  8. Twist an orange peel over the drink, drop it in as garnish, and serve.

Notes

Always use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor impact.