Episode 79 The Ford Cocktail

Aug 28

Ep. 79. Martini alternatives – Ford Cocktail and Tomato-tini

Welcome to Season 5 episode 79 of The Art of Drinking with Join Jules and Your Favorite Uncle

Jules makes an amazing savory martini using tomatoe, basil, pepper and a few other amazing ingredients. A drink that is perfect for summer! Brad makes the Ford Cocktail and goes into the history behind the drink and the much more interesting history behind Benedictine. Thanks for the question @toddiwoddi How do you know when to serve a drink up vs on ice

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the Ford Cocktail, a lil backstory

The Ford Cocktail is a lesser-known classic cocktail with an origin that dates back to the early 20th century. Its creation is often attributed to the pre-Prohibition era, around the 1910s. The cocktail's name is believed to be linked to Henry Ford or the Ford Motor Company, which was highly influential during that time.

The Ford Cocktail is a gin-based drink, typically made with gin, dry vermouth, Benedictine, and a dash of orange bitters. It's stirred with ice and then strained into a chilled cocktail glass. The combination of ingredients creates a balanced, aromatic drink with herbal and citrus notes.

While not as famous as other cocktails from the same era, the Ford Cocktail is appreciated by enthusiasts for its elegant simplicity and the way it highlights the botanicals in the gin and the complexity of the Benedictine liqueur. Its popularity has waxed and waned over the years, but it remains a part of the classic cocktail repertoire.

TIP: How do you know when to serve a drink up vs on ice