CLASSIC COCKTAIL · 1934–1959
20th Century
Gin, Lillet, crème de cacao and lemon: a chocolate-citrus curiosity.
1937Historical classicResearched
The 20th Century was named after the luxurious 20th Century Limited train and first appeared in print in the late 1930s. Gin, Lillet, crème de cacao and lemon make an unusual but harmonious drink, with chocolate and citrus playing against the gin’s botanicals. It is a cult favourite among pre-war cocktail enthusiasts.
- Aviation
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THE RECIPE
Ingredients
- Gin45 ml
- Lillet Blanc20 ml
- Crème de cacao15 ml
- Lemon juice20 ml
- Lemon peelto garnish
Method
Shake all ingredients with ice, strain into a coupe and garnish with lemon peel.
Coupe · lemon peel