Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsBlacklock Covent GardenUsual Suspects (straight Up) Recipe

Usual Suspects (straight Up) Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Usual Suspects (straight Up) Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Chill the Glass

    Begin by chilling your cocktail glass. You can do this by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you prepare the drink.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, add the gin, dry vermouth, and orange bitters. Fill the shaker with ice to the top.

  3. 3

    Shake or Stir

    Depending on your preference, either shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds or stir gently for about 30 seconds until well chilled.

  4. 4

    Strain and Serve

    Empty the ice water from your chilled glass. Strain the mixture from the shaker into the glass.

  5. 5

    Garnish

    Twist a lemon peel over the drink to release its oils and then drop it into the glass as garnish.

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