CLASSIC COCKTAIL · 1890–1919
Alaska
Gin, yellow Chartreuse and orange bitters: a golden, herbal Martini.
1910sHistorical classicResearched
The Alaska is a pre-Prohibition Martini variation made with gin, yellow Chartreuse and orange bitters. Its name has no settled explanation; it may refer to the drink’s golden colour or to the Alaska Territory. It appears in the Savoy Cocktail Book and remains a favourite of Chartreuse enthusiasts.
- Bijou
- Tuxedo
- Martini
THE RECIPEHerbal, golden and strong
Ingredients
- Gin60 ml
- Yellow Chartreuse15 ml
- Orange bitters2 dashes
- Lemon peelto garnish
Method
Stir all ingredients with ice, strain into a coupe and garnish with lemon peel.
Coupe · lemon peel