SoHu Asnella Recipe

Combine ingredients

Add gin, dry vermouth, apricot brandy, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup and orange bitters to a cocktail shaker. If using egg white for a silky texture, add it now.

Dry shake (if using egg white)

If you included the egg white, close the shaker and shake vigorously without ice for 15–20 seconds to emulsify and create foam.

Shake with ice

Add ice to the shaker (enough to fill it about 2/3). Shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until the exterior of the shaker is very cold.

Double strain

Prepare a chilled coupe or Nick & Nora glass. Strain the cocktail through a fine mesh strainer into the glass to remove small ice shards and any egg white solids, yielding a silky, clear finish.

Garnish

Express the oils of a lemon twist over the cocktail by holding the twist skin-side down above the glass and giving it a quick bend, then rub the rim with the twist and drop it into the drink. Alternatively, float a dehydrated apricot on the surface for aroma and visual flair.

Serve

Serve immediately. Recommend pairing with light seafood or soft cheeses from the WINE LIST section; the cocktail's apricot and citrus notes complement white wines and sparkling wines.