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Income Tax Cocktail

The drink that makes you look forward to TAX DAY

INCOME TAX COCKTAIL

The Income Tax Cocktail likely popped up during the Prohibition party scene of the 1920s. Its exact origin story remains a bit blurry, but it was definitely a hit in speakeasies.

The name? Well, it's like a cheeky nod to the idea that sipping on this cocktail might be more fun than paying actual taxes! Made with gin, sweet vermouth, orange juice, and a dash of bitters, it's like a boozy adventure for your taste buds, with hints of citrus and herbs. Despite its vintage roots, the Income Tax Cocktail still brings the party vibes, transporting you back to the roaring '20s.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1½ OZ. GIN
  • ¾ OZ. DRY VERMOUTH
  • ¾ OZ. SWEET VERMOUTH
  • ¾ OZ. FRESHLY SQUEEZED ORANGE JUICE
  • 2 DASHES ANGOSTURA BITTERS
  • ORANGE TWIST
  • GLASS TYPE: COUPE

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Squeeze your OJ.
  2. Add everything to your shaker with ice.
  3. Shake.
  4. Pour into your coupe.
  5. Twist your orange peel again, like you did last summer.
  6. Garnish.
  7. Enjoy being done with taxes.
  8. And a good cocktail.