Introduction: How to Make a Bijou

New York City, 1880s

Dave Stolte

Ready to make a Bijou?

Step 1: Cocktail Ingredients for a Bijou

Let's make sure you've got all the ingredients you need.

1 oz Old Tom gin or London Dry gin
1 oz Italian vermouth
1 oz green Chartreuse
1 dash orange bitters

Step 2: Preparation

Chill a cocktail glass in the freezer at least ten minutes.

In a mixing glass or shaker about a third-full with ice cubes, add all ingredients. Stir well to blend and chill, then strain into the chilled glass. No garnish.

Enjoy!