Golden Orchard

A delightful twist on the classic Vieux Carré cocktail, the Golden Orchard features the smooth and complex flavors of Japanese whisky, apple brandy, blanc vermouth, Bénédictine, and a hint of Angostura bitters. This cocktail delivers a balanced combination of sweet, spicy, and herbal notes, culminating in a sophisticated libation that is perfect for sipping and savoring.

Golden Orchard

A delightful riff on the Vieux Carré, the Golden Orchard cocktail combines Japanese whisky, apple brandy, blanc vermouth, Bénédictine, and a dash of Angostura bitters for a sophisticated and balanced libation.

4.42 from 55 votes
Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Ingredients

  • 3/4 oz Japanese whisky (preferably Suntory Toki)
  • 3/4 oz apple brandy (preferably Laird's Bonded Apple Brandy)
  • 3/4 oz blanc vermouth (preferably Dolin)
  • 1/4 oz Bénédictine
  • 1 dash Angostura bitters

Instructions

  1. Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes.
  2. Add Japanese whisky, apple brandy, blanc vermouth, Bénédictine, and a dash of Angostura bitters to the mixing glass.
  3. Stir the ingredients until well-chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
  5. Garnish with a twist of lemon.