As it’s April 15, I expect a lot of us might need one of these tonight. Or six. If it seems familiar, it is — it’s basically a Bronx Cocktail with bitters added.
Income Tax Cocktail
1-1/4 ounces gin.
3/4 ounce orange juice.
1/4 ounce dry vermouth.
1/4 ounce sweet vermouth.
1 dash Angostura bitters or other aromatic bitters.Shake & strain, serve in a cocktail glass. No garnish.
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